Our pioneering winemaker, Tom McDonald (1907 - 1987) dramatically elevated the quality of winemaking in Hawke's Bay. His lifelong dedication to creating fine wines helped establish the superb reputation that the region and Church Road are known for. Church Road honours Tom's legacy with an unwavering commitment to pushing the quality boundaries of Hawke's Bay winemaking.
Hand harvested to ensure only the best fruit selection, this Chardonnay was gently whole bunch pressed and wild fermented in French oak. Ripe stonefruit and vibrant citrus aromas are overlaid with subtle oak toast and complexities of hazelnut and brioche on a long and finely textured palate.
Hand harvested to ensure only the best fruit selection, this Chardonnay was gently whole bunch pressed and wild fermented in French oak. Ripe stonefruit and vibrant citrus aromas are overlaid with subtle oak toast and complexities of hazelnut and brioche on a long and finely textured palate.