Cloudy Bay - Marlborough Chardonnay 2023
95/100
Wine Enthusiast
92/100
James Suckling
92/100
Wine Spectator
91/100
Vinous
"Discover the quality of New Zealand's wine regions through this sublime Chardonnay!"
"Aromas of flint and cashews are beautifully enhanced by notes of lemon cream and lime in this Chardonnay—both elegant and approachable—from one of New Zealand’s most famous brands. Likewise, the palate is full-bodied and balanced, with a charming texture and acidity that enliven the flavors of toasted stone fruit and spices, leading to a long finish. Enjoy now with roast chicken or mushrooms, or celller for several more years.” (Wine Enthusiast 2025) • Screw cap
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Eye
Gold color with silver highlights
Nose
Expressive notes of cherries, peaches, and orchard blossoms, with a subtle hint of hazelnut
Palate
A lively, fresh attack with citrus notes and a lovely acidic structure, aromas of white nectarine and toasted oak, and a long, elegant finish
Serve
At 11-12°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2026
Drink before
2031
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with sole meunière, oysters, Comté cheese...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Wine Spectator
Wine rated (2025 guide) 92/100 (Exceptional wine)
About the wine:
Notes of toasted brioche, butter shortbread, and citrus blossoms give way to succulent flavors of grilled peach and lemon cream, with a tantalizing acidity. The finish reveals notes of marmalade and kumquat. Enjoy now.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2025 guide) 95/100
About the wine:
Aromas of flint and cashews are beautifully enhanced by notes of lemon cream and lime in this Chardonnay—both elegant and approachable—from one of New Zealand’s most famous brands. Likewise, the palate is full-bodied and balanced, with a charming texture and acidity that enliven the flavors of toasted stone fruits and spices, leading to a long finish. Enjoy it now with roast chicken or mushrooms, or cell it for several more years.
Vinous
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
Here is a ripe, generously oaked 2023 Chardonnay. It offers generous notes of vanilla, coconut, baking spices, and toasted nuts, accompanied by rich fruity nuances reminiscent of nectarine or peach on the palate. Its charm lies in its purity and freshness. The 2023 vintage features aromas of ripe fruit while remaining precise, with a clean and concentrated finish. But this is typical of Marlborough: many hours of sunshine but a cool climate, which is clearly reflected in this wine. 2025–2031
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Lively and crystal-clear, with aromas of dried apple, minerals, and stone, as well as hints of honeysuckle. Medium-bodied, it features a lively, crisp acidity, along with flavors of nougat and baked apple. The finish features notes of lime. Its vibrancy is impressive. Ready to drink now. Screw cap.
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