Sourced primarily from the home block on Te Muna Road on the Martinborough Terrace. A chardonnay of distinction and complexity with striking minerality and a typical varietal character reminiscent of it's terroir and Escarpment's winemaking philosophy. CURRENT VINTAGE: 2025 Escarpment Chardonnay A beautifully floral Chardonnay, showcasing lifted aromatics and youthfulexuberance on release. Aromas of ripe peach and lemon curd are layered overthe flinty mineral notes’ characteristic of Martinborough.Cool nights during the growing season have preserved freshness, lending thewine drive, focus, and precision, while a generous palate brings depth, texture,and mouthfeel. Built on elegance and restraint, it reflects the distinct terroir ofthe region. Wine Analysis 2025 Chardonnay Alcohol by volume: 13.4% Total acid: 6.3g/l pH: 3.35 Residual sugar: 0.88g/l Closure: Stelvin screw cap Malic acid: 1.6g/l Tasting Notes Escarpment 2025 Chardonnay Tasting Note Escarpment 2024 Chardonnay Tasting Note Escarpment 2023 Chardonnay Tasting Note Accolades 94 Points: 2024 Vintage - James Suckling | January 2026 93 Points: 2023 Vintage - James Suckling | November 2024 92 Points: 2022 Vintage - Wine Enthusiast | November 2023 93 Points: 2022 Vintage - Bob Campbell | March 2023 94 Points: 2021 Vintage - Wine Rater | August 2022 95 Points: 2020 Vintage - The Real Review | March 2022 95 Points: 2020 Vintage - Cam Douglas | December 2021 94 Points: 2020 Vintage - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit | August 2021 95 Points: 2020 Vintage - Raymond Chan Wine Reviews | August 2021 92 Points: 2019 Vintage - Jo Czerwinski | June 2021 92 Points: 2018 Vintage - Bob Campbell | February 2020 96 Points: 2017 Vintage - James Suckling | August 2019 Read more about Escarpment Wine Reviews here
