Chardonnay 2021

Vintage Sourced from the Karridale region in Margaret River, fruit was harvested early morning before being transported to the winery where free run juice was transferred to stainless steel tank for inoculation. Following commencement of fermentation the must was transferred to aged French oak barrels to complete ferment and for sur lies. Post ferment maturation in barrel for 5 months followed with extended cold settling period in tank before racking and canning in December 2021. No fining agents or filtration, minimal use of sulphur dioxide and no malolactic fermentation. Sensory A cloudy appearance is evidence that filtration has been avoided. Lifted aromas of white pear and freshly cut nectarines are dotted with hints of brioche, cinnamon and lemon zest. A bristling palate of viscous natural acidity laced with stone fruits and citrus is guided to its finish by a brittle core of fine white fruit tannin.

Jancis Robinson (16pts) “...Another slightly cloudy ‘natural’ wine. This time with a greenish tinge. Lowalcohol. This does smell and taste like Margaret River Chardonnay – crossed with Chablis, perhaps. NO shortage of acidity and certainly refreshing. It was probably a good decision to go for an unoaked example of the genre. Canned wine should probably first and foremost offer refreshment. ...Drink 2022-2023”