$75.00
Despite its high altitude, the North facing aspect of the Main Ridge Estate offers a powerful expression of Chardonnay, balanced by high natural acids retained in the cool nights. Riper fruit characters are expressed in a mix of melon and peach, complimented by delicate oak derived spices.
Picked 15th of April 2023
Crushed and destemmed
4hrs skin contact
Fermented with native yeasts in barrel
100% Malolactic fermentation
1 year maturation in French barrique 40% new
Unfiltered
13.2%, pH 3.29, Titratable Acids 6.60g/L
Soil: Rocky heavy red clay
Elevation: 240m
Clones: I10v1, P58
Trellis: VSP
Pruning: Cane
Aspect: North
Planting: East-West
Vine age: 49 years
Yet to be reviewed
