CARTER FAMILY JOMARA VINEYARD, Onetangi, Waiheke Island

WINEMAKER / Pete Turner

Carter Chardonnay 2023

Carter Chardonnay 2023

$60.00

Exquisitely composed, a stunning concentration of nectarine flesh, creamy panna cotta & roasted hazelnuts. Subtle toasty oak & fresh mineral nuances lead to a superbly long & linear finish. Tall in stature & majestic… a worthy treat for the truly devoted.

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Inspiration

Maximus Carter
Rach’s beloved Dalmatian dog

Pedigree

Consistent 5 star accolades & TOP 10 Cuisine

Spec

Hand harvested
New oak (37%)
Coopers: Alain Fouquet & François Frères

Max Carter Dalmation
Soho Carter chardonnay
5 stars
96 points

Sam Kim - Wine Orbit

review

A magnificent rendition, the enticing bouquet shows ripe stone fruit, melon, vanillin oak and oatmeal characters, leading to a concentrated palate that's succulent and seamlessly flowing. Richly textured with beautifully pitched acidity, finishing impressively long and sophisticated. At its best: 2025 to 2035. 

5 stars
93 points

Candice Chow

review

This Waiheke Chardonnay has an elegant expression, a citrus core layering melon and toasty spice, and the zesty acid line draws a lengthy finish with a touch of salinity.

EXCELLENT
94 points

Cam Douglas - MS

review

Distinctive, fresh and ripe, aromas and flavours of grapefruit and California peaches, lemon and barrel spices. There’s a texture layer from lees and warming alcohol adding complexity and breadth. Weighty with a satin-cream touch, plenty of acidity and core fruit flavours that reflect the bouquet. Delicious; ready to drink from 2025 through 2030+.

18/20 POINTS

joelle thomson

review

Soho Family Vineyard’s Carter Chardonnay is made with grapes grown on the family’s home block on Waiheke Island. This warm site offers soft, smooth and warm climate Chardonnay flavours of peach flesh and ripe lemons, held together in a beautifully balanced wine with a full body and long, citrusy finish.