Tasting Notes
From a vineyard on the Brancott Valley’s clay and loess soils, this Chardonnay shows aromas of lemon curd, white peach and ripe citrus, supported by subtle cashew and struck-flint notes. The palate is textured yet taut, with orchard fruit wrapped around bright acidity and a savoury mineral line, finishing long and precise. A wine of quiet power, reflecting both its vineyard’s depth and Corofin’s restrained touch. - Chris L
Corofin is a boutique Marlborough winery founded in 2014 by Mike and Anna Paterson, with a focus on single-vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Mike, who spent many years as a winemaker at Neudorf in Nelson, created Corofin to highlight the subtleties of Marlborough’s vineyard sites rather than produce region-wide blends. Grapes are sourced from carefully selected family-owned vineyards in the Wairau, Southern Valleys and coastal subregions, where low-intervention farming practices emphasise soil health and fruit balance.
In the cellar, the approach is deliberately restrained: hand harvesting, wild fermentation, gentle extraction and judicious use of oak ensure wines of purity and finesse. Each bottling is made in small quantities, designed to express the nuances of soil, aspect and microclimate rather than cellar technique.
Corofin has quickly earned a reputation as one of Marlborough’s most thoughtful small producers, creating wines that balance elegance and freshness with a strong sense of place.
| Product Type | Wine White Chardonnay |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Marlborough |
| Winemaking Practices | Minimal Intervention |
| Vineyard Practices | Organic/Biodynamic |