TASTING NOTES FOR Mount Adam Five-Fifty Chardonnay Eden Valley South Australia 2025

🍷 Appearance
Bright pale straw with fresh green hues. Clear and youthful in the glass, reflecting the wine’s cool-climate Eden Valley origins.

👃 Aromas
Lifted aromas of ripe white peach, nectarine and preserved lemon, complemented by subtle citrus and delicate French oak notes. Fresh and inviting with excellent fruit purity.

👅 Palate
Smooth and generous, with layers of white peach and ripe stone fruit flowing across the palate. Bright citrus characters provide freshness, while restrained seasoned French oak adds subtle complexity without overwhelming the fruit.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Rounded and gently creamy through the mid-palate, with lees stirring adding texture and weight. A fresh line of natural acidity provides balance and drives a long, clean and persistent finish.

🍇 Overall Style
A beautifully balanced cool-climate Chardonnay from Mountadam’s elevated Eden Valley vineyards. Made from estate-grown fruit, including original 1970s Chardonnay plantings, with 35% fermented in seasoned French oak and the remainder in tank. Fruit-driven, polished and highly approachable.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled barramundi, roast chicken, seafood pasta, prawns, creamy risotto or soft cheeses.

⭐ BBD Verdict
A classy and extremely drinkable Eden Valley Chardonnay offering ripe stone fruit, citrus freshness and just the right amount of creamy oak complexity. Excellent balance and length make this a versatile Chardonnay that delivers plenty of character without becoming heavy.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷