Letter Series O Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from the vintage release, during which it maintains its vibrant fruit while developing richer, nutty secondary characteristics.
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Roasted poultry, pan-seared salmon with butter sauce, and creamy mushroom risotto.
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Brancott Estate holds a legendary place in New Zealand's wine history, having planted the very first commercial grapevines in Marlborough in 1973. The 'Letter Series' represents the pinnacle of their craft, with the 'O' Chardonnay standing as a benchmark of cool-climate complexity. Sourced from select low-yielding vineyards across the Marlborough region, this wine is crafted using traditional winemaking techniques. It undergoes fermentation in French oak barriques followed by extensive lees stirring and partial malolactic fermentation. This process beautifully marries Marlborough's signature vibrant stone fruit and citrus acidity with a rich, creamy texture, toasted brioche notes, and a subtle flinty minerality that pays homage to the region's ancient alluvial soils.
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Established in 1934 as Montana Wines and later renamed to Brancott Estate to honor its iconic Marlborough vineyard, this pioneering winery shaped the landscape of New Zealand viticulture when founder Frank Yukich planted Marlborough's very first Sauvignon Blanc vines in 1975. Located in the sun-drenched Wairau Valley, the estate is globally celebrated for defining the vibrant, herbaceous, and tropical style that put New Zealand wine on the world map. Today, the winery continues to champion innovation and sustainability, crafting expressive cool-climate wines from Marlborough, Hawke's Bay, and Gisborne. Their acclaimed portfolio is anchored by the signature Sauvignon Blanc, alongside elegant Pinot Noir and rich Chardonnay, showcased in premium tiers like the Letter Series and the flagship Chosen Rows.