HAY MAKer Awards
2008 HAY MAKeR
Gisborne Chardonnay
10 February 2009- Otago Daily Times, Wed 4 February 2009
3 Stars
3 out of 3 for Value, Best under $20
"A simple, easy wine with a zesty hint of ripe tropical and citrus fruit and a pleasant finish."
- Charmian Smith, Otago Daily Times
17 January 2009- Northern Advocate - Graeme Barrow
"GOOD BUY OF THE WEEK: Haymaker Gisborne Chardonnay 08 - Medium-bodied, balanced, drinker-friendly wine, with melon and grapefruit aromas and flavours plus a whiff of toffee. Forward, for current dringing, but will be fine next year too. $17." - Graeme Barrow.
09 December 2008- TiZwine.com review of 2008 HAY MAKeR Gisborne Chardonnay
3 Stars
Subtle nutty aromas lead to decent fruit flavours with good oak integration and a slightly oily texture. Easy drinking wine that should open out a little more with time.