TASTING NOTES FOR Quilty & Gransden Chardonnay Australia 2025
🍷 Appearance
Bright golden straw with fresh green edges. Clear and vibrant in the glass, showing youthful freshness and excellent appeal.
👃 Aromas
Lifted and inviting aromas of ripe peach, cream and fresh citrus, with subtle hints of vanilla and gentle oak adding complexity.
👅 Palate
Elegant and fresh, delivering generous peach and stone-fruit flavours with a touch of vanilla. Bright acidity keeps the palate lively, while subtle oak and lees influence provide balance and added depth.
🍈 Texture & Finish
Light to medium-bodied with a smooth, lightly creamy texture. The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering peach, citrus and a gentle vanilla note.
🍇 Overall Style
A modern cool-climate Australian Chardonnay—fresh, elegant and highly approachable. Fruit-driven in style with restrained oak and enough creamy texture to provide richness without becoming heavy.
🍽️ Food Pairing
Excellent with roast chicken, grilled fish, barramundi, creamy mushroom pasta and vegetable risotto. Also an ideal match with lightly grilled seafood and soft cheeses.
⭐ BBD Verdict
A beautifully balanced Chardonnay offering ripe peach and citrus fruit, subtle vanilla and a lovely creamy texture. Fresh, flavoursome and extremely easy to enjoy—an excellent choice for either a straight or mixed dozen.
Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷
