TASTING NOTES FOR Richland Chardonnay Riverina New South Wales 2024

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with light golden hues. Bright and fresh, showing youthful vibrancy and clarity.

👃 Aromas
Fruit-driven and inviting, with ripe peach and honeydew melon leading the nose.
Hints of vanilla and subtle toasty oak add warmth and a gentle layer of complexity.

👅 Palate
Generous and rounded, delivering flavours of white peach and nectarine.
Creamy notes of butterscotch, vanilla and soft oak influence create a smooth, easy-drinking style with broad appeal.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and lightly creamy with a soft, rounded mouthfeel.
The finish is lingering and balanced, with fresh acidity keeping the richness in check.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Riverina Chardonnay—fruit-forward, soft and approachable.
Combines ripe stone fruit with gentle oak and creamy texture, making it a reliable, crowd-pleasing white.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast chicken, creamy pasta, seafood dishes or buttery sauces. Also great with grilled chicken or mushroom dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously easy-drinking Chardonnay that delivers ripe fruit, creaminess and great value.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a soft, crowd-pleasing white that suits any occasion and consistently overdelivers.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷