Vavasour Awatere Chardonnay 750ml

Vavasour Awatere Chardonnay 750ml delivers a beautifully layered expression of cool-climate New Zealand winemaking, balancing fruit purity with subtle oak integration. This is a wine for Chardonnay lovers who appreciate elegance over weight, and for those discovering the distinctive character of Marlborough’s Awatere Valley.

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Vavasour is the founding winery of the Awatere Valley, Marlborough’s smaller, cooler sub-region known for wines of remarkable freshness and minerality. This Chardonnay showcases the valley’s ability to produce whites with both vibrancy and textural depth.

Nose: Bright white peach and citrus blossom open the aromatic profile, accompanied by crisp orchard apples, lemon rind, and a hint of pie crust from carefully managed oak.

Palate: Medium- to full-bodied with flowing notes of ripe nectarine, sliced cooked apples, and crisp orchard fruits. Layers of new and used wood add subtle spice and texture without overwhelming the wine’s core purity, while fresh acidity maintains balance throughout.

Finish: The long mineral finish is typical of the Awatere Valley, with lingering citrus and stone fruit notes that invite the next sip.

Pair this Chardonnay with roast chicken, creamy pasta dishes, or grilled prawns for a beautifully balanced match.

Serve chilled between 7-9°C to accentuate the wine’s fresh, fruit-driven character, with slightly warmer temperatures revealing more of the oak complexity.

A versatile choice for mid-week dinners or weekend entertaining, this wine also makes a thoughtful gift for anyone exploring New Zealand’s diverse wine regions beyond the familiar Sauvignon Blanc territory.