"JT" wrote .......
> just to say I am still about, but have missed some SFWS tasting for
> various reasons.

..................like being up to your nether regions in snow and ice, John?
>
> Kumeu River Chardonnay Mate, 2006 NZ
> Deep straw, huge legs, wow, what a nose . A really complex buttery, spice
> peaches fruit and not overpowering that some New World chards can be.
> Palate echoed nose, gentle mouthful of peaches and some almonds. Long.
> Magnificent. Could give a burg grand cru a run for money at a third of the
> price.



Prior to their switching to Stelvin screwcaps for the entire range, Kumeu
River suffered from "corking" more than any other producer in NZ.

Named after founder Maté Brajkovich, this is their top chardonnay - I can
only agree 100% with your sentiments.

> ..... > will Wales beat Ireland this afternoon?

Writing (on Sunday morn - NZ time) with the benefit of hindsight - No!
(But this was always going to be a tough ask at Croke Park!)

Regards

AB