Jeremy Oliver Rating 95!
At the forefront of Australian chardonnay since its first vintage in 1980, this luscious and long-living Margarat River wine has been for many palates the real 'white Grange'. 18.6 / 20 points
Jeremy Oliver's Australian Wine Annual 2004
'A charming patchwork of mineral, butter and vanilla aromas on the nose with ripe pineapple flavours and butter on the palate.' RL 'A profound Chardonnay with plenty of flavour. Delicious and easy on the palate with a long aftertaste.' FP 'Rich, nutty and complex. Age 0-5 years.' EC
Wine International
The 1998 Chardonnay Art Series, is aged in 100% new oak, and sees either partial or full malolactic fermentation, depending on vintage conditions. This cuvee often requires several years to open, but the 1998 appears to be revealing plenty of buttered nuts, smoke, and mineral-infused, concentrated fruit in a medium to full-bodied, classy, restrained yet powerful style. The Australians feel these wines age well longer than I do, but this is unquestionably a Chardonnay that will keep and improve for at least 4-6 years. Drink 2001-2007
Wine Advocate #135 (Jun 2001) Robert Parker
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Country:
Australia
Region:
WA- Margaret River
Variety:
Wine White - Chardonnay
Size:
750mL
