Millton Te Arai Chenin Blanc 2022

Millton Te Arai Chenin Blanc 2022 is one of New Zealand’s most enduring expressions of this Loire Valley grape, grown on biodynamically farmed vines in Gisborne. The fruit is hand picked, whole bunch pressed and fermented with indigenous yeasts in a mix of stainless steel and neutral oak. Extended lees ageing adds depth and texture, resulting in a complex, dry wine with hallmark acidity and savoury drive.

Bouquet
Intensely aromatic with notes of quince, green apple, beeswax and wild herbs. A subtle floral lift and hint of lanolin add depth.

Palate
Dry and textural with flavours of lemon zest, nashi pear, chamomile and honeycomb. Chalky and mineral through the mid palate, finishing long, layered and structured.

Food Pairing
A natural match for roasted poultry, pork loin, creamy risottos or washed rind cheeses. Also beautiful with miso glazed eggplant or spiced lentil dishes.

Cellaring
Delicious now, but will evolve beautifully over 8 to 10 years, developing honeyed richness and tertiary complexity.

Delivery and In-Store Info
Available online with nationwide delivery across New Zealand. Visit our family-owned store in Auckland to discover more of New Zealand’s best organic and biodynamic wines.

Interesting Fact
James and Annie Millton were New Zealand’s first certified organic winegrowers and continue to lead the way in natural, terroir driven winemaking from their Gisborne estate.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%