Isabel Estate Aratoro Chardonnay 2021, Isabel Estate, Marlborough. This powerful single-vineyard Chardonnay from 30+ year-old vines delivers striking gunsmoke, white peach and nectarine aromas with lemon-lime freshness and flinty complexity that showcase masterful small-batch winemaking.

The Isabel Aratoro Chardonnay 2021 captivates with roasted almond and brioche richness on the palate, taut mineral acidity, vibrant grapefruit length and seamless French oak integration for sublime balance and serious ageability. Crack this Kiwi prestige cuvee alongside roast chicken, wild mushroom risotto, pan-fried kingfish or aged Comté – it’s a sophisticated stunner that’ll convert Chablis fans and vanish from shelves quick-smart.