TASTING NOTES FOR Dexter Chardonnay Mornington Peninsula Victoria 2023

🍷 Appearance
Bright pale gold with a light green hue. Pure, vibrant and youthful in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and refined, showing white peach, nectarine and citrus zest.
Hints of grapefruit, crushed rock, nougat and subtle cashew add complexity, with a faint saline/mineral edge.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully composed, delivering layers of stone fruit, lemon rind and mandarin.
There’s excellent balance between fruit richness and freshness, with bright acidity driving the wine and adding precision.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and textural with a lightly creamy mid-palate from lees work.
The finish is long, mineral and persistent, with citrus, subtle spice and a clean acid line carrying through.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Mornington Peninsula Chardonnay—elegant, layered and finely structured.
Combines cool-climate purity with subtle oak and mineral tension, delivering both immediate appeal and short to medium-term cellaring potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled seafood, roast chicken, creamy pasta or pork dishes.
Also excellent with soft cheeses and refined vegetarian dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive cool-climate Chardonnay that delivers finesse, balance and real drinkability.
An excellent mixed dozen inclusion—refined, versatile and a standout for lovers of modern Australian Chardonnay.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷