Kinross The Prospector Gibbston Chardonnay 2024
- 94
- $60 NZD
- Drink by: 2026-2030
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Aromas of warm peach, crisp apple, lemon zest, subtle hazelnut, light flinty notes, with vanilla crème brûlée undertones. The palate is finely etched and refreshing, with citrus, orchard fruit, and a gentle creamy texture, finishing with gentle spice from light, well-judged oak. A brisk acidity backbone finely balances the richness, keeping it taut, elegant, mineral, but polished. An absolute stunner of a Central Chardonnay! Only 1650 bottles were produced.
Originally from the UK and now based in Nelson, Sammy Wilkinson - also known as The Wine Writer - is WinePilot’s only New Zealand–based reviewer. With 17 years in the wine industry, spanning the UK, New Zealand, and California, including hands-on harvests in Nelson, Marlborough, and Sonoma, she brings both a global perspective and local insight. A Stage 2 Master of Wine student, WSET Diploma holder, educator, and wine show judge, Sammy is known for clear, no-nonsense reviews that strike a balance between precision and accessibility, and help readers discover the wines worth drinking.
