TASTING NOTES FOR Tyrrell’s Vat 47 Chardonnay Hunter Valley New South Wales 2019

🍷 Appearance
Pale gold with a bright, youthful sheen. Elegant and luminous, reflecting a refined Hunter Valley Chardonnay style.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and restrained, showing lemon zest, pear and subtle floral notes.
Hints of white stone fruit and gentle oak sit quietly in the background, adding finesse rather than power.

👅 Palate
Fresh and linear, delivering citrus, nectarine and stone fruit flavours.
Beautifully balanced, with a fine interplay between fruit purity, subtle oak and natural acidity.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and finely textured with a delicate creaminess from lees influence.
The finish is long and precise, with a mineral edge and lingering citrus freshness.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Hunter Valley Chardonnay—elegant, restrained and age-worthy.
Combines citrus-driven freshness with subtle oak and textural complexity, showcasing the hallmark precision of Vat 47.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled seafood, roast chicken, pork or creamy pasta dishes. Also excellent with lobster, scallops or mushroom-based dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A benchmark Australian Chardonnay that delivers precision, balance and quiet power.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want to elevate your selection with a premium, cellar-worthy white that consistently over-delivers.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷