2023 Moss Wood Chardonnay

If you’re after a Chardonnay that sticks to its guns, the 2023 Moss Wood Chardonnay is your go-to. This is classic Margaret River through and through – big, rich, and unapologetically creamy. Moss Wood have been doing it this way for decades, and they’ve got it down to a fine art. You can always count on them to deliver something with a hefty dose of flavour while still keeping things elegant.

The 2023 vintage opens with a vibrant bouquet of white peach, nectarine, and lemon cheesecake, followed by deeper hints of vanilla bean and toasted cashews. On the palate, you’ll find ripe notes of nashi pear, lime, and rockmelon, layered over buttery shortbread and roasted nuts, thanks to its time in French oak. A beautiful balance of acidity keeps it all fresh, while subtle phenolics round things out.

This is a Chardonnay that ages like a fine wine should. Drink it now for those bright, fresh fruit flavours, or stash it away and watch it evolve into a toasty, butterscotch-laden masterpiece over the next 10-20 years. Whether you’re a fan of the old-school Chardonnay style or just appreciate quality, the Moss Wood 2023 has got you covered.

97 points
"One of the best chardies yet from Moss Wood, and that’s saying something with the quality of wines over the years. The nose is an immediately captivating combo of lemon curd, quince and cashew with just a subtle lift of zest. The palate has a sprightly energy with a crisp chalky acidity sustaining and focussing through to a very long finish, The winemaking approach is fairly simple with no wild yeasts, but the result is outstanding."
- Ray Jordan

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