Corofin Brawn Vineyard Chardonnay 2023 2015 and each was vinified separately

and each was vinified separately

The result is a Riesling with very delicate aromas of white flowers

Called Destrankis

showing pretty red berries

an energetic acidity and textured mouthfeel which lead into a complex and refreshing finish

Corofin Brawn Vineyard Chardonnay 2023 2015 and each was vinified separatelyThe first release of Corofin from this vineyard is a cracking example of Marlborough Chardonnay. With powdery mildew affecting his usual source for Chardonnay from Takaki Okada's Folium vineyard, Mike Paterson instead sourced his fruit from the Brawn vineyard in the Wairau Valley. A great decision. It's rich, concentrated and shows supremely ripe fruit, accentuating the nectarine, apple and nutty characters, as well as a small spicy note. Lees ageing