I seem to get through a fair bit of Chardonnay which is more often than not at the expense of Viognier, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc et al. I’d say that after good bottle aged Hunter Semillon, it’s my favourite white wine, and certainly that of JP. Riesling is also a favourite in the warmer months mind you..

All very nice - grapefruit, flint, creamy almond meal and melons - edging to tropical (pineapple) but subdued rather than brash. It’s medium to full bodied in weight with flavours of fresh sour pineapple and citrus with soft clean acid, a flinty texture and a slight warmth from alcohol. It’s got plenty of flavour and a pervasive sense of “yum this is a bit tasty then all right”. Clean finish with a bit of grip a la mode to finish. Very enjoyable I think.

Other vintages : 2006

Rated : 92 Points
Tasted : Jun08
Alcohol : 14.2%
Closure : Screwcap
Drink : 2008 - 2011