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Premium New Zealand Chardonnay
Kumeu River Chardonnay
Kumeu River4.7(29 reviews)
Kumeu River Chardonnay is a benchmark New Zealand white wine from the Kumeu region, crafted by the Brajkovich family. This elegant Chardonnay offers a perfect balance of ripe stone fruit and subtle oak, with a creamy texture and vibrant acidity. It showcases the purity of fruit and the influence of the region's clay soils, making it a world-class expression of the variety.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹3,200/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹128
per 30ml
ABV
13.5%
Region
New Zealand
Category
Red Wine
Type
Premium
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
Craftsmanship & Heritage
Kumeu River Chardonnay stands as a benchmark within the Red Wine landscape. Produced by the legendary Kumeu River, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the kolkata market.
With an ABV of 13.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Ripe peach and nectarine, Hints of toasted almond, Creamy texture with bright acidity, Subtle vanilla and spice, Long, mineral finish.
Flavor Intensity
sweet10%
smokey5%
spicy15%
fruity70%
body60%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Roasted chicken🧀
Lobster thermidor🍫
Brie cheese“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat makes Kumeu River Chardonnay special?
Kumeu River is renowned for producing Chardonnays that rival top Burgundies, thanks to the unique clay soils and cool climate of the Kumeu region, combined with the Brajkovich family's expertise.
QIs Kumeu River Chardonnay oaked?
Yes, it undergoes partial barrel fermentation and aging in French oak, which adds subtle toast and spice without overpowering the fruit.
QWhat food pairs well with Kumeu River Chardonnay?
It pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, creamy seafood dishes, lobster, and soft cheeses like Brie.
QHow should I serve Kumeu River Chardonnay?
Serve chilled at around 10-12°C (50-54°F) to enjoy its full range of flavors.
QWhat is the alcohol content of Kumeu River Chardonnay?
It typically has an ABV of around 13.5%, which is moderate for a Chardonnay.
Customer Reviews
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Verified Ratings
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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100% Verified Customer InsightsAll ratings originate from registered purchases within India and local excise beverages corporation outlets.
Latest Customer Feedbacks (3)
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Subhashis Sen
VerifiedSalt Lake, Kolkata • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Salt Lake and picked up Kumeu River Chardonnay. At ₹3,200 in Kolkata, this represents incredible value. The notes of Ripe peach and nectarine and Hints of toasted almond pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kosha. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
VerifiedPark Street, Kolkata • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Wine by Kumeu River. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Ripe peach and nectarine and Creamy texture with bright acidity. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Park Street was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Kabiraji!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
VerifiedBallygunge, Kolkata • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Kumeu River's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Hints of toasted almond. At the Kolkata price of ₹3,200, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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