Maxim 'Nothing Ventured' Chardonnay 2024

Maxim 'Nothing Ventured' Chardonnay 2024

• Region: Hawke's Bay
• Sub-Region: Mangatahi Terraces

Vineyard This "Nothing Ventured" label is born from a philosophy of minimal intervention. The fruit is sourced from the elevated, cool-climate Mangatahi Terraces, where the ancient river-stone soils provide a unique mineral foundation for the vines.

Wine A low-intervention, boutique Chardonnay that emphasizes texture and purity. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and bottled with minimal handling, it displays a complex array of grapefruit, white stone fruit, and a savory, slightly "wild" mealy finish.

Food Pairings

• Roast chicken with lemon and tarragon
• Grilled halloumi with a squeeze of lime
• Pan-fried snapper with caper butter

Accolades (2024)

• 94/100 points — Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
• 93/100 points — Cameron Douglas MS