Blue Pyrenees Chardonnay 2007

Information & Tasting Notes

The Blue Pyrenees Chardonnay 2007 has been created from four outstanding parcels selected from mature vineyard blocks. The 2007 vintage produced very small crop levels of high intensity. A mild dry growing season and summer followed by a warm autumn lead to ripe flavours at moderate alcohol levels. The wine displays generous, bright chardonnay fruit flavours. One hundred per cent of this wine was matured for 12 months in a combination of new, one- and two-year-old French oak barrels. Traditional and contemporary techniques were used to craft this elegant wine, notably malolactic fermentation and battonage, which has added both complexity and richness to the vineyard derived fruit flavours. The result is a medium-bodied crisp dry white wine with the classic flavour profile sought in great chardonnays.

Tasting Notes
Colour: Pale straw colour with bright green hues.

Aroma: Ripe nectarines are very evident on the nose but this is complemented by subtle roasted cashew nut and doughy yeast aromas.

Flavour: Varietal white peach flavours are strongest throughout the palate but it is neatly interwoven with the less obvious yeasty battonage & creamy malo-lactic fermentation characters. Cedary French oak extends the length of flavours and contributes to the rich & soft texture in the mouth. The finish of the wine is crisp and dry with lingering fruit flavours.

CELLARING
Made to enjoy now but can be cellared with confidence for 3 years

Technical:
Alcohol: 13.2% TA:5.9g/L pH: 3.46

Winery: Blue Pyrenees Estate