Product info
Type
White
Region
Waipara
Varietal
Chardonnay
Brand
Muddy Water
Unit Size
750ml
Closure
Screwcap
Alcohol Volume
13.5%
Organic Certification
BioGro - 5915
Country of Origin
New Zealand
Muddy Water was one of the founding wineries in Waipara, New Zealand, and an organic pioneer on the South Island. Planted in 2003 on the clay slopes of the Omihi hills with ungrafted vines, the name Muddy Water comes from the traditional Maori name Wai (water) and Para (muddy) referring to the rich clay soils in the area. Muddy Water's hectares of vines form the oldest certified vineyard in the region and they make all their wines in a straw bale winery on site. All the grapes are harvested by hand, wild fermented and bottled, without fining, on site staying true to their motto hand-crafted no compromise.
Tasting Note: Vibrant and fresh with lovely fruit ripeness. A complex entry and an earthy undertone help to bring layers to this balanced chardonnay. A mineral line contributes both length and site specific characters given by calcareous clay soil. NO sulphur added!