TASTING NOTES FOR Cherubino Chardonnay Margaret River Western Australia 2021

🍷 Appearance
Bright pale gold with a youthful brilliance. Clean and luminous, showing both freshness and subtle richness.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and layered, with white peach, nectarine and citrus zest complemented by toasted nuts, nougat and subtle oak spice. A fine mineral edge adds sophistication.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied and beautifully composed, delivering stone fruit, green apple and citrus with underlying spice and creamy oak influence. The palate is powerful yet refined, showing excellent balance and precision.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and textural with a creamy mid-palate from lees work and oak maturation. The finish is long, clean and refined, with lingering citrus, nutty complexity and a subtle mineral drive.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Margaret River Chardonnay—layered, textural and elegant. Combines ripe fruit, quality oak and mineral freshness, delivering both richness and finesse with excellent ageing potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled seafood, roast chicken, creamy pasta dishes or pork. Also excellent with richer fish dishes and buttery sauces.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously classy Chardonnay—textural, balanced and quietly powerful. A standout for mixed dozens and ideal for customers wanting premium Margaret River quality with both richness and finesse.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷