TASTING NOTES FOR Merricks Estate Chardonnay Mornington Peninsula Victoria 2024

🍷 Appearance
Bright pale straw with youthful green highlights. Clean, vibrant and beautifully reflective in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Lifted aromas of white peach, nectarine and citrus blossom combine with hints of grapefruit, subtle vanilla oak and delicate mineral notes. The cool Mornington Peninsula climate gives the wine freshness and elegance.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and refined, showing flavours of stone fruit, lemon curd and fresh melon layered with gentle creamy texture and fine oak integration. Bright acidity carries the palate beautifully, delivering both richness and precision.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and balanced with a silky mouthfeel and refreshing natural acidity. The finish is long, clean and persistent, with lingering citrus and subtle cashew complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A stylish cool-climate Chardonnay combining purity of fruit with understated oak and elegant structure. Fresh, modern and highly drinkable with classic Mornington Peninsula character.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled seafood, roast chicken, creamy pasta dishes, pork, or soft cheeses.

🍇 BBD Verdict
A beautifully balanced Mornington Peninsula Chardonnay offering freshness, texture and excellent drinkability. A versatile addition to mixed dozens and ideal for lovers of elegant modern Australian Chardonnay.

Merricks Estate itself is recognised as a Halliday 5-star winery on the Mornington Peninsula and has built a strong reputation for elegant cool-climate Chardonnay.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷