The best example of modern Australian Chardonnay, restrained and elegant, yet bright, fresh and complex with great weight and length. We all thought this stunning!
Grapes were hand picked and pressed to 500 litre French oak puncheons (36% new) without clarification or racking for non temperature controlled fermentation. Upon completion of fermentation, the wine was immediately sulphured to preserve freshness and acidity and rested on its lees for 12 months. The wine was transferred to tank for a further 3 months prior to bottling.
"Sourced from one of the highest vineyards in the state, formerly Baxendale, now owned by the Dal Zotto family. Sparks and crackles in pure, cool-climate class. Some precision winemaking on show with quality fruit that simply comes alive in the glass. White flowers, wild flowers, lemon zest, grapefruit, sherbet, nectarine, peach and almond skin aromas are bright. The energy is palpable, the acidity electric and the flavours linear, integrated and elegant, delivered in a citrus and white peach clarity with almond, hazelnut, flint and spice. So stylish right through to the lingering, gentle hazelnut-oak-laced finish." 96pts Jeni Port Halliday Wine Companion
