2008 Unwooded Chardonnay

Winner of the Silver Medal in Class 15 at The 2009 Victorian Wines Show - Top Wine

We waited and waited until the Baume was over 13.5 and then we picked over 3 tons of Chardonnay on the 15^th March 2008.

The grapes were transported to Jeff Wright at Bianchet Winery and we asked him to use about one-third of the grapes and make us a true Unwooded Chardonnay. After pressing, the juice was cold settled and racked before the start of fermentation. The temperature was closely monitored during the 15-day fermentation period. Post fermentation the wine was matured and on the 14^th June 2008 was given a light fining and was filtered prior to bottling. The entire process took place in stainless steel tanks to preserve and enhance the fresh varietal Chardonnay characters.

Color: Very Pale straw, good clarity.         

Nose: Passion fruit hits the nose first and then fills out with stone fruit.

Palate: The palate is rich and mouth-filling. The citrus shows though on the mid-palate with hints of stone fruit. The acidity is well balanced and the finish is crisp and dry.

                                                       

Twilight Tastings Autumn and Winter

2009

THREE Choices

With Take-Home Wines - $77.50 per Guest*

Without Take-Home Wines - $50.00 per Guest

With a Barrique for each Couple - $75.00 per Guest