Pask Gimblett Gravels Declaration Chardonnay 2020 $40 
Paired with: Annabel Langbein’s Leeks with Honey Mustard dressing in the NZ Herald Sat July 8th 2023
Now you may ask, why would I drop fourty dollars on something that I’m only going to sip with some dressed leeks? And I would answer that these aren’t just any old leeks, and this is most definitely not just any old chardonnay. Ultra-stylish and saturated with grilled nectarine, spiced citrus, caramelised oak and buttered toast intensity, it’s no surprise that this wine is dripping with gold medals and 5-star ratings. Lipsmackingly lovely with these tender, slippery leeks, it’s the tastiest fourty dollars you’ll spend this week.
Really hitting its straps now with a couple of years age kicking in. It’s a delicious thing that’ll unleash plenty of peach and popcorn on your palate with every sip.
GOLD – International Wine Challenge, 2023
5 Stars – Michael Cooper, 2023
GOLD – New Zealand International Wine Show 2021
GOLD –Bayley’s A&P Wine Awards, 2021
