TASTING NOTES FOR Penfolds Yattarna Chardonnay 2022

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with a faint green hue. Bright, refined and crystalline in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Elegant and restrained, showing white peach, nectarine and citrus blossom.
Subtle layers of cashew, struck match and flinty minerality emerge, with finely integrated oak adding complexity without dominance.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully precise, delivering stone fruit, lemon curd and grapefruit.
A fine line of acidity drives the palate, while subtle oak and lees influence add texture and depth.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and finely structured, with a creamy mid-palate balanced by vibrant acidity.
The finish is long, pure and mineral-driven, with lingering citrus and delicate nutty notes.

🍇 Overall Style
A refined, cool-climate Australian Chardonnay—elegant, linear and complex.
Combines purity of fruit with precision and structure, offering both immediate appeal and excellent cellaring potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with lobster, scallops, grilled fish or roast chicken.
Also superb with creamy pasta dishes or soft cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A sophisticated, premium Chardonnay that delivers finesse, balance and class.
An excellent addition to a mixed dozen and a standout choice for lovers of elegant, modern Chardonnay.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷