The small but perfectly formed 2024 vintage of Kumeu River is one of the most exciting ever from this iconic New Zealand estate.  These wines continue to rival Burgundy’s finest but at a fraction of the cost. 

The Village Chardonnay is a great introduction to the Kumeu style: zesty lime and stone fruit, lightly creamy, with a refreshing finish. Great value and a delicious everyday Chardonnay.  A great match for seafood.

"The wine leads with yellow citrus and crushed shells. It is texturally fine, sleek and tightly coiled around a core of salty acidity. It is complex but composed and very good. Drink 2025-2034."  The Wine Advocate

“Amongst the very best Chardonnay producers in the world is Kumeu River in New Zealand. Their Chardonnays were put to the test a few years ago when several were assessed blind, intermixed with some very serious Puligny-Montrachets and Meursaults. Kumeu River triumphed to such an extent that it became almost embarrassing. And to think that you can buy an entire case of Kumeu River for the cost of a single bottle of some Grand Crus.“  Neal Martin