🍷 Appearance
Golden straw with bright clarity—fresh, vibrant and inviting in the glass.
👃 Aromas
Lifted and aromatic, showing melon, peach and stone fruit.
Subtle floral notes add elegance, with a gentle hint of oak complexity.
👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and fruit-driven, delivering melon and stone fruit flavours at the core.
A creamy, textural element from lees ageing is balanced by fresh acidity, with toasty oak adding depth and structure.
🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and rounded with a rich, textural mouthfeel.
The finish is long and balanced, with lingering fruit, subtle oak and refreshing acidity.
🍇 Overall Style
A classic Hunter Valley Chardonnay—fruit-forward with subtle oak influence and excellent balance.
Combines richness and freshness, offering immediate drinkability with the ability to cellar for 5+ years.
🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast chicken, grilled seafood or creamy pasta dishes.
Also excellent with soft cheeses or buttery sauces.
🥂 BBD Verdict
A reliable, well-balanced Chardonnay that delivers flavour, texture and everyday appeal.
Perfect for mixed dozens—an easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing white that consistently overdelivers.
Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷
