TASTING NOTES FOR Calabria Three Bridges Chardonnay South Eastern Australia 2023

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with light golden hues, bright and youthful in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Fresh and expressive, showing ripe peach, melon and citrus with subtle hints of vanilla and light oak spice. Gentle stone fruit aromatics give the wine an inviting lift.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and fruit-driven, delivering flavours of white peach, nectarine and citrus. The palate is smooth and rounded, with balanced acidity and a touch of creamy oak adding texture and richness.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Soft and approachable with a lightly creamy mouthfeel. The finish is clean and persistent, with lingering stone fruit, citrus and subtle vanilla notes.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Australian Chardonnay—fresh, generous and easy-drinking. Combines ripe fruit flavours with gentle oak influence, creating a smooth and highly approachable style suited to everyday enjoyment.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast chicken, grilled seafood, creamy pasta dishes or soft cheeses. Also excellent for relaxed entertaining and casual dining.

BBD Verdict
A reliable, crowd-pleasing Chardonnay that delivers flavour, balance and versatility. A great addition to mixed dozens when you want an easy-drinking Australian white with broad appeal and excellent value.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen