Chris Scott The Briny Wink Chardonnay 2024

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The Briny Wink takes its name from a whimsical literary inspiration: Lewis Carroll’s 19th Century poetic

personification of a wise old oyster, who winked his eye, shook his head, and chose to remain in his bed. It is a

name aptly suggestive of the whispered influence of the ocean, past and present. The cooling sea breeze, the

transformation of an ancient sea bed into the surrounding limestone crags (abundant with fossilised shells), and the

slow erosion of those hills that has helped form the calcareous clay soils in which these Chardonnay vines now

grow.

This is the lightest, most ethereal of the trio of 2024 Chardonnays, almost Chablis like in its structure and fragrance.

Aromas of lemon zest, acacia flower, citrus blossom, and flinty oystershell lead into subtly richer notes of fresh fig and a

background lick of roasted almond. The palate is medium weight, gentle with an airy freshness yet not insubstantial. It

finishes with a slate like dryness and a wisp of savoury salinity that draws out the palate.

ABOUT THE PRODUCER

our winemaking philosophy:
the art of knowing when to do nothing

Winemaking at Chris Scott Wines is guided by two simple principles: an unwavering focus on absolute quality and a commitment to working with nature, not against it.

We aim for natural balance through sensitive winegrowing, winemaking and blending, aiming to gently tease out the best expression of the inherent personality of the wine in any given season, rather than attempting to force it to fit into a mold. It is, ultimately, the art of knowing when to do nothing.

chris scott wines:
who we are

Based on Mataruahou, with Hawke’s Bay’s vineyards behind and the sea in front, Chris Scott Wines is a partnership between Chris and Laura Scott.

Winemaking is, as you’d expect, Chris’ focus, though all blending sessions are undertaken together. Laura, with a background in education and hospitality, manages the day to day running of the business.

Our volumes are small and every bottle is handled by us. We hand label, hand wax and ship direct to you.

Contact Chris Scott Wines and you’ll be talking directly to one of us.

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