2019 Katherine's Paddock Chardonnay

• Rated 97 by Katrina Butler from Halliday Wine Companion
• Rated 97 by Stuart Knox from The Real Review
• Rated 96 by Patrick Eckel from Wine Reviewer
  
• Rated 96 by Ned Goodwin 

Geographically a mirror image of Samantha’s Paddock, this block is located in the perfect spot to capture both the cool breeze blowing from the Great Dividing Range and the morning sun afforded by its east-facing orientation. Due to its elevation, angle and aspect, it is historically harvested much later than traditional Valley-floor Chardonnay. It is our ode to the Grand Cru Montrachet of Burgundy.

Intense lifted and unfurling aromas of elderflower, cumquat marmalade, apple crumble, tarragon, saline and chalk, caramel jersey, butterscotch over a background of stylish oak.
The palate features flint, white peach, toasted brioche, white chocolate and parmesan rind flavours. Weight, depth, richness, power and pithy texture accumulate on the finish to complete the long expansive expression and presence.