title: Cypress 2013 Terraces Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay)
description: This is a smashing American debut for this wine, which comes from a small vineyard atop Roy's Hill, overlooking the Gimblett Gravels. Welcoming peach and pineapple fruit is framed by toasted-grain elements in this whole-cluster-pressed and barrel-fermented wine. It's mouthfilling, but maintains a sense of balance while finishing long, with hints of honey and citrus. Drink now–2018.
variety: Chardonnay
designation: Terraces