2009 Margaret River Chardonnay Harvested from Jane Brook`s "Shovelgate Vineyard" in Margaret River, this Chardonnay exhibits classic varietal characters. |  |
Variety
100% Chardonnay |
Alcohol
14.2% |
Harvest Date
April 2009 |
Bottling Date
January 2010 |
Release Date
May 2010 |
Palate
The palate is rich, structured and refined, balanced by a soft texture and spicy mid-palate. The Chardonnay block was harvested in two lots to increase complexity, structure and flavour profile. |
Bouquet
An enticing bouquet of ripe apricot, peaches & cream with spicy lift from the oak. |
Colour
Pale gold |
Source
Margaret River |
Oak Treatment
Aged in French & American oak barriques for 9 months. |
Vintage Characteristics
Following a winter of average rainfall, Margaret River experienced an early budburst and near perfect growing conditions through Spring resulting in minimal pest and disease pressure. These warm dry conditions continued through the ripening period and saw harvest commence nearly 2 weeks ahead of average. The good ripening conditions continued right through until Easter which saw all varieties picked prior to any significant rain and thus they display good flavour development and phenolic ripeness in the reds. |
Cellaring Potential
3 - 5 years |
Serving Suggestions
Chardonnay is suited to foods such as full flavoured seafood, chicken and pasta dishes and light cheeses. |
Senior Winemaker
Mark Baird |
Document
 wm-2009-mrch.pdf (112.11 kb) |
