Felton Road Block 6 Chardonnay Central Otago – 2022

Riper and more boldly fruited than what is typical for a Felton Road Chardonnay, but this is what is consistently delivered from the steeper and more elevated, north facing, Block 6 site. The heaviness must be taken in context, as it still possesses a subtle hand, the tight acidity and fine minerality that has become the hallmark of Felton Road’s Chardonnays. This makes a fascinating contrast with their Block 2 Chardonnay.

“Rich, ripe and quite concentrated chardonnay with mineral/oyster shell influence together with subtle oak and nutty yeast lees characters. The oak influence certainly adds complexity and texture but shifts the focus away from purity.” 97pts Bob Campbell MW January 2024

“The 2022 Block 6 Chardonnay is powerful and throaty—all back palate and weighty with ripe yellow stone fruit. This is a spicy, full wine with layers of juicy acidity and fleshy fruit. The mineral detail through the finish balances the pure fruit core. 14% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.” 93pts Wine Advocate