2018 Woodlands Wilyabrup Valley Chardonnay

The 2018 growing season was a viticulturists dream. Near-perfect conditions persisted throughout the region from mid-December all the way through to the end of harvest. The resultant fruit produced wines of exceptional flavour, and robust acidity.
After being pressed, settled, and racked, the wine was fermented in French barrels without any additions. Following fermentation, some batches were transferred out of barrel to stainless steel for freshness, whilst the majority of the wine remained in barrel. After 8 months the two portions were then blended together before filtration and bottling.
Brilliant pale straw colour with a glimmer of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Elevated ripe peach and fresh apricot aromatics mix with honeycomb, crème brulee, citrusy nougat characters and light spicy cashew. Rich, amply weighted and lusciously textured, the full bodied palate is awash with fleshy ripe peach, apricot, honeycomb, crème brulee, citrusy nougat and spice flavours. Excellent intensity is balanced by well judged acidity. Finishes with a long richly textured aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13%