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Description
This gorgeous Chardonnay from Adrian Rodda comes from a small section of the Willow Lake Vineyard - the Parkinson's Road Block, planted in 1979 and sitting at 270m above sea level.
The grapes were pressed straight to French oak puncheons for fermentation, with just over 30% being first-use oak. It then slept on its lees for 12 months, picking up a gorgeous mouth-feel in the process. The finished wine is full of gorgeous citrussy and stone fruit flavours, with hints of flint and nuttiness.
This is a wine that Yarra Chardonnay fans can take to the bank.
95 points
"Fresh and youthful, with lime, grapefruit, and lemon aromas enhanced by toasted cashew oak. The palate is intense and refined, tensioned with mouth-watering acidity and a long, satisfying carry. Lovely now and will age well."
- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)
93+ points
"White peach, grapefruit, almond friand, and struck match with a glossy texture. It offers nutty umami, green olive brine, and white pepper tannin grip, finishing spicy and full of character."
- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)
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