This is classic Chablis at its best - 4th generation winemaker the Race family use virtually no oak (and none at all in the standard cuvée) creating a lean, linear, focused wine that evokes crushed shells, crunchy apple and soft aromatic florals. Match with grilled or poached fish, exotic dishes, sushi and goat's cheeses.

The Chablis Vineyards found in the northernmost region of Burgundy, are located in a dramatic circle of hills where vines have been planted for hundreds of years. One of the first Burgundy propriétaires, Robert Drouhin recognised the potential of this region and set about revitalising the area. This wine is both dry and fruity, and easy to drink. Its colour is pale gold with greenish hues. The very fresh aromas are reminiscent of lemon and grapefruit, with small pleasant touches of fern or coriander. On the palate, its dry and fruity, with mineral notes and a pleasant and long aftertaste.

This is a medium bodied and elegant Hawke's Bay Chardonnay. Its flavour profile is a mix of stonefruit, grilled nuts, grapefruit and yeasty nuances. It is both complex and delicious.

The nose is bursting with melons, peach and ripe tropical and citrus fruits, followed by a generous fruit-driven palate. Classic Chardonnay roundness, giving a mouth-filling finish.

The grapes for this wine were harvested from the limestone-rich Havelock North hills. It was barrel fermented, and has aromas of grilled peach, vanilla and hazelnut. The palate offers juicy acidity, beautiful texture and weight, with a creamy mouthfeel and a delicious lingering finish.

Giesen Estate is New Zealand wine made for sharing. Fruit-forward, well-balanced and smooth through the finish, with varietal character front and centre. Classic styles. Great in the glass. Generous and smooth, this is Chardonnay made for real life. Ripe citrus, peach and melon lead the way, with a subtle floral lift and a hint of vanilla. The palate follows through with stone fruit and a touch of butterscotch, finishing long and quietly elegant.

An elegant wine with a delicious combination of white peach, apple and hint of spice.

Hardys VR stands for uncomplicated wines displaying true varietal character, perfect for everyday enjoyment. Hardys Varietal Range Chardonnay is from South East Australia and has juicy fruit characters of white peach, yellow nectarine and subtle hints of vanillin that make it very easy drinking. A solid choice to serve with seafood and chicken dishes.

A modern-style Chardonnay with luscious peach and apricot flavours, and notes of creamy butterscotch and vanilla. Toasty oak adds a delicious layer in this versatile, appealing wine.

Jacob's Creek Classic range offers fresh, great tasting wines across a wide selection of popular varieties and blends. Jacob's Creek Classic Chardonnay is a modern Australian Chardonnay, showcasing a range of ripe fruit flavours, finishing with a creamy mouthfeel. On the nose subtleties of toasted oak with fresh rockmelon and stone fruit aromas. The palate is soft and well-rounded with melon, peach and toasted oak flavours with a creamy textural finish.

This wine is layered with fragrant aromas of red apple, nectarine and lemon peel alongside toasted almond, nougat, a touch of spice and vanilla. On the palate, juicy apple and nectarine flavours are balanced by crisp citrus notes and refreshing acidity. Wild ferment and barrel aging has added complexity, nutty nuances and a weighty texture. The wine concludes in a dry, lingering, elegant finish.

Kumeu River Wines and the owners, the Brajkovich family, are icons of the New Zealand wine industry. This is the entry level Chardonnay, which consistently over delivers for the incredibly modest price charged. It's smooth, nutty, dry and fresh with savoury elements derived from fermentation.