Despite hot dry conditions over this growing season the Chardonnay vines faired well and produced three tonnes of fruit. Picked at the beginning of March this wine was naturally barrel fermented in French oak. Lees stirring added depth and complexity to this delightful wine which finishes on the palate with fresh citrus and biscuit flavours.

This fruit was hand picked in early March 2009. Adverse weather conditions had necessitated  fruit thinning leading up to harvest consequently only a small number of cases were produced from our small block of Chardonnay vines in this vintage.

Whole bunches of fruit were gently balloon pressed to tank and underwent fermentation with indigenous yeasts in small French oak barrels for twelve months to produce this delightful Chablis style wine with rich  fruit flavours of  melon, pear, and sweet citrus. The palate displays a layer of  added complexity with  honey and mineral tones. This wine has a dry, lingering finish. Alc 13%

Jeff Gordon, independent wine reviewer commented:                                     ‘She-Oak Hill Chardonnay (2009) – white nectarines are the most prominent fruit flavor with a mixture of old and new wood, helping make the first mouthful of this Chardonnay a delightful experience, which continues until the last drop.’

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Natural yeast fermentation in  French oak barrels has resulted in a delicate Chablis style wine which displays lovely varietal fruit characters of fresh pear and citrus. The subtle oak treatment contributes to a restrained but lasting palate with a delightful creamy texture and nutty flavours. The well balanced structure indicates this wine will develop beautifully in the bottle.

First in Class Kyneton Wine Show 2010.