The 2023 Topography Chardonnay is a modern Australian Chardonnay with the dark citrus fruit to the fore, complex but integrated French oak lurking in the background with hints of matchstick flint as well. Fresh acidity provides structure and length. Gentle tannins carry the flavour further along the palate with great persistence. It was an ‘old school’ Orange growing season – cool and at times damp and late ripening – great for chardonnay. Hand harvested, whole bunch pressed to minimise chunky grape solids and gentle extraction of soft skin tannins for structure. 100% barrel fermented and matured in French oak, 30% new oak puncheons (500L). Chardonnay is the standout white wine variety in the Orange Region with a distinctive regional style. High elevation vineyards accentuate this style. A gentle hand with high quality French oak adds depth and complexity. Finely structured with fresh acidity and precise dark citrus flavours rather than the big tropical, buttery style. Modern Australian chardonnay at its best.

Alc – 12.7% pH - 3.33 TA – 6.8gL RS – 0.9gL

Very appealing young and fresh. However, this wine has a great track record of evolving in the cellar for a good decade.