Taste & Aging
Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidity
Complexity
Beautifully layeredDrinking Window
Aging phase
Until 2025
Ready to drink
2025 - 2031
Past peak
After 2031
Aromas
Food Pairing
Vintage Report
The 2021 vintage in New Zealand was rated 85 points by Robert Parker. The wines from this vintage are early maturing and immediately accessible.
A high-quality Chardonnay from Tony Bish, also known as the king of Chardonnay. He brings several beautiful Chardonnays to market using innovative techniques and methods. The finest Chardonnay grapes are planted in the Hawkeys Bay region of New Zealand, from which he produces, among other things, this magnificent Heartwood Chardonnay. Seductive aromas combine with a creamy, full-bodied flavor.
The Chardonnay legend Tony Bish
Tony Bish is a Chardonnay legend from New Zealand. He began making his own wines in 2013 and now vinifies four different Chardonnay styles. He has a stylish winery in Napier, and just like his winery, the wines must be vinified with style. Thanks to his expertise, he creates wines that are incredibly balanced and refined. He continues to experiment with different styles and techniques, and he bottles his successful experiments into great wines. He has released the Golden Egg, Skeetfield Vineyard, Fat Sassy, and this Heartwood. The name reflects the fact that he uses only the heartwood of an old oak tree to make the barrels in which this wine ferments. The highest-quality Chardonnay grapes are harvested by hand. This ensures the highest quality even in the winery itself. They are then gently pressed at the winery. The juice is fermented and transferred to new and old French oak barrels. The wine ages for a total of 11 months before bottling.The silky notes of Tony Bish Heartwood Chardonnay
The Heartwood Chardonnay radiates a golden yellow color in the glass. We then savor seductive aromas of mandarin, melon, peach, and lemon zest. This aroma is complemented by almond and a touch of oak. The wine is wonderfully creamy with silky notes. A full-bodied flavor with a lingering finish.Product details
| Alcohol content | 13.0% |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Hawke's Bay |
| Land | New Zealand |
| Producer | Tony Bish |
| Varietal(s) | Chardonnay |
| Oak aging | Yes, 11 months in new and old French oak barrels |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 10° - 12°C |