TONY BISH Golden Egg Chardonnay, Hawkes Bay

The Tony Bish Golden Egg Chardonnay from Hawke’s Bay is a standout expression of innovative winemaking and pure regional character. Crafted from hand-picked Mendoza Chardonnay grapes, this wine is fermented in large, hand-made concrete eggs that create natural convection currents, keeping the wine in continuous contact with lees to enhance texture and complexity. The result is a beautifully balanced Chardonnay with a pale straw color and green highlights, offering lifted aromas of white flowers, lime blossom, and honeydew melon, complemented by a distinctive flinty, dry stone minerality. On the palate, it is energetic and silky, with juicy notes of pink grapefruit and honeydew melon, finishing with a saline mineral quality and fresh, textured acidity. This elegant, textural wine is reminiscent of a Premier Cru Chablis, making it a refined choice for those seeking a vibrant, mineral-driven Chardonnay with excellent aging potential of 5 to 6 years. Ideal with seafood, poultry, and creamy cheeses, the Golden Egg is a must-have for discerning collectors and lovers of fine Chardonnay.