Lovers of the Te Mata Elston Chardonnay 2010 $35 
will also be pleased to know that Buck believes “in all modesty, the 2010 Elston is probably the best version we’ve ever done”. 2010 was a sensational year for Hawke’s Bay chardonnay and I’ve got to agree with John, this wine is unbelievably gorgeous. Fresh, crisp and crunchy citrus on the nose yet there’s tension, elegance and restraint in the mouth – which bodes well for a long life. It boasts amazing length of flavour and it’s definitely a chardonnay for lovers of the classic French style.
