2022 Mulberry Block Chardonnay

Estate-grown Chardonnay, planted in 1996.

Ray Jordan for WinePilot Australia

The Chardonnays from this Albany-based producer have consistency and produce wines of generous richness from 100% barrel fermentation, with about 25% new oak, and time on lees in barrel for around 10 months. It picks up plenty of texture and richness to underscore the stone fruit and slightly butterscotch palate. The keen, bright natural acidity adds further lift, complemented by a subtle buttery character. An appealing wine.

Score: 92/100                               Cellar: 5 years

Selective harvested, the fruit was pressed to tank for solids flotation before being racked to French oak barrels for fermentation with the inclusion of light solids.

23% new oak. Maturation for 10 months on lees.

Harvest Date: 19/03/21                               Bottle Date: 09/02/22

pH: 3.36                                                           TA: 6.7g/L                                         Alc: 12.5%