Kumeu River / Kumeu Clement NV
The delicate strawberry aroma from Pinot Noir and the complex yeast aroma from Chardonnay blend together. Beautiful beads of foam form and the low dosage gives it a dry, refreshing finish.
Region: Auckland
Origin: Kumeu
Variety: 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir
Winemaking: Hand-picked and pressed whole bunch. Fermented with natural yeasts. 100% malolactic fermentation. Secondary fermentation in bottle followed by 36 months of bottle aging. Manual disgorgement. Dosage 4g/l.
Vasse Felix Chardonnay is typified by its bright, elegant fruit, subtle wild complexities, and a tight acid structure, reflecting the vibrancy and purity of this variety in Margaret River. 'Filius' translates to 'son of' in Latin, reflecting the relationship between this wine and its premier 'father'.
Varietal: 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir