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Huia, Blanc de Blancs - 2018

Name: Huia, Blanc de Blancs
Brand: Huia
SKU: 50756
Price: 46.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 50756 750 mL

From Chardonnay vines planted in 1995, this dry sparkling white is from estate grown fruit. Whole bunch pressed, fermentation and aging take place in old French oak. Malolactic fermentation is allowed, and the wine ages in bottle for 32 months on the lees. With aromas of citrus zest, brioche, and cream, this will pair well with brown butter scallop risotto.

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Color

White

Vintage

2018

Country

New Zealand

Region

South Island

Sub-Region

Marlborough

Producer

Huia

Grape Variety

Chardonnay

Production Methods

Organic

Certified Organic

Wine made from grapes grown without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers and herbicides in the vineyard. Certified in the country of origin.

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