{"product_id":"2023-prophets-rock-cuvee-aux-antipodes-blanc-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2023 Prophet's Rock Cuvee Aux Antipodes Blanc Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"s3w2tf\" data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"138\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAwards, Ratings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e97\/100 — James Suckling · 2023 Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"425\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"387\"\u003e\"A refined and beautifully detailed Chardonnay with aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, crushed stone and subtle spice. Seamless, mineral and wonderfully precise with exceptional length and energy.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"430\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"475\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"475\"\u003e96\/100 — The Real Review · 2023 Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eA benchmark cool-climate Chardonnay showing outstanding purity, saline minerality and remarkable balance, with the structure to age gracefully for many years.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"642\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"55m7s\" data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eThe 2023 Prophet's Rock \u003cstrong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eCuvée Aux Antipodes Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptional collaboration between Prophet's Rock winemaker \u003cstrong data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"798\"\u003ePaul Pujol\u003c\/strong\u003e and legendary Burgundian vigneron \u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eFrançois Millet\u003c\/strong\u003e, former winemaker of Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé. Their shared philosophy combines the precision of Burgundy with the unique terroir of Central Otago, producing one of New Zealand's finest Chardonnays. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eFruit is sourced from the organically farmed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eHome Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e in Bendigo, Central Otago, where ancient schist, quartz, clay and limestone-rich soils contribute remarkable mineral tension and finesse. The outstanding 2023 vintage delivered fruit of exceptional purity, natural acidity and concentration, perfectly expressing this unique site. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003eWinemaking follows a restrained Burgundian philosophy. Indigenous yeast fermentation, extended lees maturation and ageing in French oak barrels build texture and complexity while preserving the vineyard's crystalline fruit and mineral expression. Every decision is made to maximise site transparency rather than winemaking influence. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003eThe bouquet reveals white peach, nectarine, Meyer lemon and citrus blossom layered with hazelnut, flint, brioche and delicate spice. The palate is simultaneously powerful and elegant, combining creamy texture with vibrant acidity and a distinctive saline mineral backbone. Fine oak integration supports the wine's remarkable precision, leading to an exceptionally long, focused and energetic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eAlthough already captivating with decanting, the 2023 Cuvée Aux Antipodes Blanc Chardonnay is built for extended cellaring and will continue to gain complexity over the next 15–20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2503\"\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bendigo, Central Otago, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild fermented and matured in French oak with extended lees ageing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diam Cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026–2043\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francaboutwine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52287598002478,"sku":"5585943991","price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/Prophet_sRockCuveeAuxAntipodesBlancChardonnay750ml.png?v=1783497814","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2023-prophets-rock-cuvee-aux-antipodes-blanc-chardonnay-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}