Cape Barren Native Goose Chardonnay 2017
3.5
6.7
3.17
Tropical lift with hints of grapefruit, nectarine and peach with slight hints of match flint.
100% Chardonnay
French oak 100% for 9 months.
A very zesty and flavoursome palate with nuances of nectarine, melon and peach contributing to a round and mouth-filling palate akin to creamy nougat. The high quality French oak is beautifully balanced with the natural acidity so typical of this cool climate.
After harvesting in the very cool early morning, the grapes were destemmed without crushing, direct into the press. Gentle pressing allowed extraction of the prime juice, whilst still maintaining the delicacy and elegance. Fermentation proceeded in stainless steel tank until about the mid-point of sugar conversion, when the juice was then filled to French oak Hogsheads to complete fermentation. Lees stirring was performed weekly for 3 months, and 30% of the wine underwent Malo-Lactic fermentation. The wine was matured in the same oak barrels for 9 months before filtration and bottling.
3.5
6.7
3.17