For fans of a leaner, cleaner, more Chablis-style chardonnay then this’ll be right up your cul-de-sac I reckon. Lemon and grapefruit goodness unveil on the nose, while spicy, citrus-soaked layers last long in the background. Plus there’s a ribbon of creamy almond laced with soft smokiness on the finish to keep you going back for … Read More
Maison Noire Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay 2016 $25 (4 stars)
Yvonne Lorkin Wine Column for week beginning Sat 27 Jan 2018
I’ve made a horrifying discovery in recent months. Actually it’s more like I’m making a horrifying admission. To set the scene I’ll admit that I’m still old-school in that I write most of my wine tasting notes by hand, in a notebook. Then I type them up and post them on my website or pop … Read More