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Prophets Rock Cuvee Aux Antipodes Blanc Chardonnay 2022

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— Prophet's Rock focuses on crafting elegant, age-worthy wines that were a true expression of the region's terroir.
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— The Antipodes Cuvee’s are made by Francois Millet, former winemaker at the iconic Chambolle Musigny estate of Domaine Georges Comte de Vogue
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— "Searingly good" 96 + Points, Erin Larkin

Origin

Central Otago , New Zealand

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SKU: PRAB202210 UCAU
  • 96 Points
  • 96 Points
TASTING NOTES

Prophets Rock Cuvee Aux Antipodes Blanc Chardonnay 2022 is a masterful collaboration between New Zealand’s esteemed winemaker Paul Pujol and the legendary French vintner François Millet, whose heritage includes 35 vintages at the iconic Chambolle-Musigny estate, Domaine Georges Comte de Vogüé. This exceptional Chardonnay reflects a harmonious blend of Old World expertise and New World terroir.

Sourced from a meticulously managed one-hectare block in the Kopuwai Delta vineyard, located in the Pisa sub-region of Central Otago, the grapes benefit from a unique combination of glacial and alluvial soils. The vineyard’s low elevation and precise viticultural practices ensure optimal ripeness and concentration, resulting in a wine of remarkable depth and elegance.

This vintage is celebrated for its age-worthy structure and refined complexity, promising rewarding cellaring potential for over a decade. The wine expresses the true essence of Central Otago’s terroir, with vibrant fruit layers balanced by a subtle minerality and well-integrated oak nuances.

Critically acclaimed, the Cuvee Aux Antipodes Blanc Chardonnay 2022 has earned a stunning 96+ points from Erin Larkin, who describes it as “searingly good,” underscoring its exceptional quality and finesse.

Key Highlights:

  • Crafted by François Millet, former winemaker at Domaine Georges Comte de Vogüé, bringing unparalleled Burgundy expertise to New Zealand.
  • Grapes sourced from a premium one-hectare block in the Kopuwai Delta vineyard, Central Otago’s Pisa sub-region.
  • Expresses elegant, age-worthy characteristics true to the region’s distinctive terroir.
  • Highly rated with 96+ points, praised for its depth, balance, and longevity.

Perfect for collectors and connoisseurs seeking a refined Chardonnay that combines rich texture, vibrant acidity, and a layered complexity. This wine is a testament to Prophets Rock’s commitment to crafting wines that embody place and tradition with a modern edge.

TASTING PROFILE
  • LIGHT
  • FULL
  • LOW TANNIN
  • TANNIC
  • SWEET
  • DRY
  • LOW ACIDITY
  • HIGH ACIDITY
Aroma: Apple, Lemon, Nectarine
Palate: Apple, Cream, Peach
Food Pairings:
  • Cheese
  • Fish
  • Poultry

Classification: White

Variety: Chardonnay

Vintage: 2022

Bottle : 750ml (Bottle)

Country: New Zealand

Region: Central Otago

Alcohol: 14.1%

Cellaring: 5-10 Years

Scores

96/100

The 2022 Cuvée Aux Antipodes Blanc is a magnificent triumph of yields. Where previously this 1.8-hectare plot produced anywhere from six to eight barrels of wine, the 2022 produced 23 barrels of wine—very exciting for followers of this cuvée. On the nose, the wine is showing its youth, but far from being inchoate, it is long and polished through the very long finish. It’s got lashings of stone fruit and preserved citrus, white pepper, star anise, shaved fennel, juniper and cold buttered toast. This is a wonderful wine of potential and kaleidoscopic complexity, although it is far tighter and more compact than previous years. Searingly good.”

Erin Larkin

Scores

96/100

Bright gold. Deep mineral, citrus and spicy oak aromas; very layered yet compact with saline intensity accompanying a more oxidative rather than fruity expression. In the mouth, this is very powerful with caramelised richness underpinning the weighty, palate-staining fruit. Accessible already, this is showing some more developed lees savouriness yet also a youthfully crystalline acidity which holds the full body in check. Spicy, long butterscotch and oak notes trimming the very long finish. It will likely remain in a taut, restrained state for a couple of years before relaxing 28 Mar 2024

The Real Review