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Chardonnay

Domaine Jean-Louis Chavy Puligny Montrachet

The story of Jean-Louis Chavy winery begins with Jean-Louis Chavy himself, who inherited the winery from his father. Jean-Louis was determined to uphold his family's legacy while also pursuing his passion for winemaking and striving to enhance the winery's reputation. Guided by his deep appreciation for the Burgundy region's terroir and microclimate, Jean-Louis embarked on a journey of innovation and meticulous craftsmanship. He embraced sustainable viticulture practices, carefully nurturing the vineyards with a strong commitment to environmental preservation. The winery's vineyards are home to decades-old vines that embody the essence of Puligny-Montrachet. At Jean-Louis Chavy winery, an unwavering dedication to quality is apparent throughout the winemaking process. Grapes are meticulously hand-picked at their peak ripeness and gently pressed to extract only the purest juice. Fermentation takes place in traditional oak barrels, imparting complexity and depth to the wines. The Chavy family believes in patience, allowing the wines to age gracefully in their cellars for several years, allowing the flavors to harmonize and reach their full potential. Renowned for their exceptional Chardonnay wines, particularly the Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru and Grand Cru offerings, Jean-Louis Chavy winery captivates the palate with a harmonious blend of citrus, stone fruit and subtle mineral notes. These wines are known for their longevity and can evolve in complexity over several decades. Jean-Louis employs classic winemaking techniques, including whole bunch pressing and temperature-controlled settling for 24 hours. He exclusively uses natural yeasts for fermentation and has discontinued the practice of battonage for several years. The estate's vineyards boast an impressive average age, with most vineyards aged between 20 and 40 years, while select vineyards in Folatieres and Clavoillons exceed 60 years. The use of new oak is restrained, with the village Puligny wines aged in 15% new oak and Premier Crus in 25%. In recent years, there has been a transition towards aging the wines in 350-liter barrels to minimize the influence of oak. While Jean-Louis does not own any Grand Cru vineyards, his Premier Crus are situated in proximity to some of Puligny's finest vineyards in the heart of the region. The Burgundy wine region in France is internationally renowned for its exceptional wines. Known for its terroir-driven approach, the region produces both red and white wines, with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as the predominant grape varieties. The diverse soil types contribute to the distinct characteristics of the wines and the winemaking practices prioritize minimal intervention. Puligny-Montrachet, a renowned wine region in Burgundy, France, is celebrated for its exquisite white wines. Located within the Côte de Beaune subregion, it is one of Burgundy's most esteemed appellations. What distinguishes Puligny-Montrachet is its exclusive focus on Chardonnay, which thrives in the region's limestone and clay-rich soils. The terroir contributes to the exceptional quality and character of the wines, attracting wine enthusiasts worldwide. Admired for their elegance, complexity and finesse, Puligny-Montrachet wines strike a remarkable balance of fruit, acidity and minerality. Each bottle embodies the unique terroir, reflecting the meticulous work of winemakers who prioritize quality and expression. These wines exhibit a pale golden colour and a complex flavour profile. With a refreshing acidity, they offer delicate floral notes, ripe orchard fruits like apples and pears and hints of citrus and minerality. Puligny-Montrachet wines showcase a harmonious balance of fruit and structure, combining ripe fruit flavors with subtle oak influences. Oak aging contributes to a creamy texture and complex notes of toasted nuts, vanilla and spices. The Domaine Jean-Louis Chavy Puligny-Montrachet 2021 is a remarkable and intricate wine that embodies the essence of this renowned wine region. It displays a captivating bouquet of lemon peel, lemon curd and white grapefruit, accented by delicate hints of butter, yeast and bread dough. On the palate, it offers a velvety and creamy texture, complemented by flavors of hazelnuts, almonds, brioche and apple pie. The wine's impeccable balance and well-controlled acidity truly make it exceptional, with additional notes of lime, citrus, apple, pear, vanilla and peach enhancing its allure. The finish is nothing short of extraordinary, leaving a lasting impression of incredible minerality and vibrant acidity. With its commendable age, this wine showcases a remarkable complexity. A defining characteristic of this "village" Puligny-Montrachet is its enchanting floral and fruity aroma, which exudes both intensity and richness. The fresh acidity flawlessly counterbalances its richness, resulting in a wine that surpasses expectations. A harmonious blend of style and balance highlights the exceptional quality of this wine. Staying true to its Puligny character, it entices with notes of white peach and citrus, accompanied by subtle hints of nuts and baked bread. The distinctive minerality, a hallmark of Puligny-Montrachet, pairs seamlessly with shellfish dishes. It is the perfect companion for seafood, poultry, creamy sauces and subtly spiced dishes. Notably versatile, it can be enjoyed in its youth while also having the potential to age gracefully, allowing the flavors to evolve and develop even greater complexity over time. The 2021 vintage is sourced from ten small parcels, with vines ranging from 20 to 60 years in age. Noteworthy vineyards include Les Tremblot, Les Meix, Les Levrons, Corvée des Vignes and Les Reuchaux. These small vineyard holdings span the diversity of Puligny, from north to south and are situated just below the premier cru vineyards near the village. This wine is aged in only 20% new oak, allowing for excellent balance and early drinking pleasure. The Domaine Jean-Louis Chavy Puligny Montrachet 2021 stands as a symbol of excellence within the Burgundy wine region. The meticulous focus on Chardonnay, combined with the region's unique terroir, results in an outstanding white wine that truly captures the very essence of the land.

Isabel Estate Aratoro Chardonnay

Isabel Estate is one of the original Marlborough vineyards and boasts some of the oldest vines in the region with wines 100% grown and bottled within the boundaries of the estate. There is a focus on small batch winemaking, giving greater options at blending and helping to create complex wines with a sense of place. Aratoro (meaning 'path of discovery') is Isabel Estate's top tier range. This single vineyard wine is crafted from some of the oldest vines on the Isabel Estate vineyard. The natural

Rewild Sustainably Made Chardonnay

Rewild Sustainable Made wine is all about helping improve our environment, working with Nature to put back more than we take out. Produced by Duxtons Vineyard who are driven by Actively Reducing Our Footprint, Engage in Water Saving Initiatives, Renewable Energy and are also strong supporters of the 'Saving Our Species' project. This Chardonnay is rich in apricot, nectarine and sherbet flavours with a crisp finish. Vintage 2021 - 88 Points Andrew Caillard.

Forester Estate Margaret River Lifestyle Chardonnay

Grape variety - 100% Chardonnay Oak maturation - 41%, in 1 and 2 year old barrels, for 7 months. Colour - Pale straw. Aroma -A ripe and complex wine with smoky-lanolin and creamy lees. There`s subtletasty oak with underlying characters of peach, lime and fennel. Palate -Rich and soft with a creamy texture. Showing complex characters of smoky lanolin with nutty oak and subtle fruit of peach, lime and creamy lees. Food matches -A range of light dining cuisine, an everyday wine for all occasions. Peak drinking - Drink now. Viticulture -Fruit is sourced from neighboring properties in the northern Yallingup sub-region of Margaret River. Direct input from Forester’s viticulturist ensureswell balanced canopies and crops are grown for the ripe style desired. The 2022 vintage was a mild year for white grapes in Margaret River,allowing plenty of time during February and March to ripen the fruit to ourspecification. Winemaking -Modern white wine making techniques are employed in the productionof the Lifestyle Chardonnay, with temperature control considered criticalfrom the moment the fruit reaches the winery. The fruit is de stemmed and crushed, then must chilled and pressed off skins in a very short space of time.The lightly clarified juice is then racked to barrels and stainless steel tanks forfermentation with a mix of wild and added yeast. Both tanks and barrels are stirred on yeast lees during their maturation period. Storage & Bottling -Bottled under screwcap into a burgundy bottle.

Devil's Corner Chardonnay

Devil's Corner Chardonnay shows some up-front ripe stone fruit, citrus characters and hint of subtle spiciness. It shows excellent flavour intensity with great persistence and a refreshing finish.

Taylors St Andrews Clare Valley Chardonnay

"Richer, fuller and more complex than its stable mates. Plenty of technique on display - barrel ferment notes, introducing both yeast and spicy oak plus malo driven lactic notes, which all increase the volume of the wine. The impression is of a ‘polished sweetness'...90pts " (Halliday).

Yellow Tail Pure Bright Chardonnay

An all-time popular varietal, [yellow tail] Pure Bright Chardonnay has a creamy finish while being silky smooth and easy to drink. 25% lighter in alcohol compared to [yellow tail] Chardonnay, but full of flavour. Refreshing and vibrant, with fresh peach and melon flavours and a hint of vanilla.

Elephant In The Room Buttery Chardonnay

The Elephant in the Room wines are proudly large in scale and expansive in flavour. Ignoring fashion and braving the scorn “wine thought police” Elephant in the Room was created to give consumers exactly what they want – full bodied and mouth-filling wines that deliver maximum pleasure. Each wine is sourced from slow-ripening cool climate vineyards in the Limestone Coast of South Australia and partially matured in French Oak before final blending and bottling by Corey Ryan.

John Tate Estate The Maker Chardonnay

The underlying patterns of the ancient trees of Western Australia reflect wine legend John Tate's legacy - a living history of the region that he helped make. The Maker Chardonnay shows lifted aromas of grapefruit, stonefruit and hints of oak spice. With delicious flavours of ripe white peach, fresh citrus and an elegant finish. Beautifully served alongside roast chicken.

Kaleidoscope Tumbarumba Chardonnay

This Chardonnay harvested from high altitude vineyards is a vibrant representation of the region. Well rounded with aromas of peach, melon fruit and toasted spice, the palate is mouth-filling and textured with layers of ripe fruits and refreshing acidity.