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Ata Rangi, Craighall Chardonnay, 2006 (6 bottles @ $53.95 per bottle)

"It's true - Ata Rangi has the Midas touch with all its wines. I love this subty powerful wine. [Craighall Chardonnay] Superb wine with lovely mineral and stonefruit flavours - plus much more". Bob Campbell MW, Sep 07.

A new release of a luscious Chardonnay showing firm, white nectarine characters with just a touch of candied orange peel. Oak and tannins are so beautifully integrated they’re barely noticeable, but bring texture and length to the broad palate.

Craighall Vineyard can be found directly opposite the main Ata Rangi home block on Puruatanga Road. The gnarled, 20 year old vines of Mendoza clone Chardonnay with their typical small berry ‘hen and chicken’ fruit set are always low yielding. The upside? Good concentration and palate.

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