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In 1990, Maté Brajkovich reworked the land and planted a new vineyard of Chardonnay vines on the site of the original vineyard that he and his family purchased in March 1944. The first grapes from this vineyard were harvested in March 1993, the year following Maté’s death. The resulting wine was released in November 1994 to coincide with celebrations marking the Fiftieth Aniiversary of the Brajkovich Family’s arrival at Kumeu River.
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Robert Parker 93 points (Jan 2009)
The 2007 Mate’s Chardonnay is beautifully defined on the nose: cool stones and mountain streams. The palate is crisp and wonderfully balanced, citrus entry with prudent use of oak utterly subsumed into the character of the wine. Notes of hazelnut, a faint hint of lemongrass and lime zest towards the taut finish. Sheer class.
Wine Spectator 93 points (Nov 15 2009)
Bright and sleek, with zippy lime and grapefruit coursing through the pear and pineapple fruit, lingering on the expressive finish with finesse. Should benefit from cellaring. Drink now through 2015. 300 cases imported. –HS |
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