2017 Giaconda Estate Vineyard Chardonnay

Gleaming pale straw colour with highlights of green around the edges and a watery hue. Both refined and incredibly intense, the nose sends aromatics of white peach, ripe nectarine, dried honey and biscuity oak sailing through the olfactory sense with traces of citrusy nougat, light toasty almond and gun flint also present. Full and creamy yet at the same time remarkably fresh and light on its feet, the palate showcases a combination of sublime power, finesse and rich fruit. Waves of delectable fleshy white peaches, ripe nectarine and dried honey cascade across the mouth with lightly toasted biscuity oak, nougat, traces of almond, infusions of gun flint and spice ensuing. Exceptional length with a spell bindingly long aftertaste. Will only get better with some bottle age.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%

Other Reviews....
A bold, rich and concentrated chardonnay with intense grilled-peach, lemon and flinty complexity, as well as toasted-hazelnut aromas. The palate has a very rich and powerful core of ripe fruit. Long, pithy drive to the fresh, flavorful finish. Drink or hold. 
97 points
JamesSuckling.com

The sheer power and depth of this wine is unique, no other Australian chardonnay can rival it. Its balance of stone fruit, grilled nuts and citrussy acidity is impeccable, transforming into the extreme length of the palate. Will live forever. Drink by 2032.
98 points
James Halliday - Australian Wine Companion