Kahurangi Four Barrels Chardonnay 2021

Nelson, New Zealand | Only 1,200 Bottles Produced

In exceptional years, Kahurangi’s winemakers carefully select the four finest barrels from a standout vintage—bottling just under 1,200 bottles of this rich and age-worthy Chardonnay. The result is Four Barrels—a bold, expressive wine crafted from a single vineyard in the Moutere Hills, planted predominantly with Mendoza clone.

Tasting Note

This is Chardonnay at its most indulgent. The nose is layered with toasty butter, ripe stone fruit, vanilla and baking spice. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and complex, with flavours of nectarine, grilled peach, dried apricot, and a creamy oak richness. Balanced acidity carries through to a long, elegant finish—delivering a wine that is both generous and refined.

Winemaking

• 100% fermented in new French oak barriques

• Aged 12 months in barrel, then bottle-aged for a further 2 years

• From the outstanding 2020 vintage—warm, dry, and ideal for Chardonnay

Awards

95/100 & 5 Stars – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
94/100 – Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier

Food Pairing

The perfect match for lobster, scallops, prawns or creamy white meats. Also outstanding as a glass on its own—lightly chilled, and slowly savoured.