Dalwhinnie Moonambel Chardonnay 2018 (JH 95)

James Halliday 95 points.
"Estate-grown, hand-picked, whole-bunch-pressed, wild-fermented in French barriques (30% new), matured for 9 months. Bright, light straw-green; white peach, melon and pink grapefruit on the bouquet, moving to a grapefruit-driven palate with cool climate regalia. Delicious and fresh." 95 Points



colour
Beautiful light straw colour, highlighted by golden tints, bright and shiny.

aroma
The perfume is intoxicating with its hints of oatmeal, peach and honey; also that ever-elusive character of stuck match stick. The vanilla spice is beautiful, yes it's all there - in wonderful harmony.

palate
The palate is intensely focused. There is a powerful and defined acidity that builds on the mid-palate to highlight the mealy-tropical fruit. The acid then tightens and lengthens the back palate with the subtle Burgundy oak playing a supportive role. The flavours are intensely savoury and mineral. This wine is very light on its feet and beautifully integrated with an underlying depth of creaminess and a long and persistent finish.