Babich Irongate Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay 2025

Peach and cashew with floral notes, apple and brioche. Opulent and inviting. Peach and lemon lead the palate with a fine thread of acidity providing focus. Fresh and juicy with a lively, mealy texture, precise yet rich. Lime and mineral notes linger on the persistent finish. Elegant. Irongate Chardonnay is grown in our flagship Irongate Vineyard in the Gimblett Gravels appellation of Hawke’s Bay. From origins in 1985 as a secret experiment in barrel fermentation, this wine now represents the very best of our craft. The vines are pre-selected early in the season at pruning, and crop levels are closely monitored. The result is a limited release wine that is built to last, with spectacular varietal and regional flavours. Food Pairing: Irongate Chardonnay is an intense, richly flavoured wine and is an ideal match for rich seafood and white meat dishes.