The Miamup Chardonnay is made from a vineyard selection from the famed prime region of Margaret River. Fermentation (primary and malolactic) in a combination of 50% French oak ( with 10% new) and 50% stainless steel. Lees stirred from the end of primary fermentation and throughout the malolactic ferment. Maturation of 10 months on lees, after which the the wine is blended bank to tank and for 2 more months before bottling.
Howard Park, Miamup, Chardonnay, Margaret River, 2024
Pale hue with a green highlight. Opens with winemaking signatures. Buttery, filo pastry, brioche, nougat, pizza base dough before unfolding with grapefruits (yellow and pink), white florals, preserved lemon, earthy quartz, soft melon and a touch of hessian. Fleshy, melons and bittersweet citrus up front before a savoury, layered and textural mid palate. There’s a sherbety burst and zesty flourish through the finish. Serious and serious value for those who want some flesh on their bones.
RRP: $ 30
Alc: 12.5%
Rating: 92/100
Wine sample courtesy of Howard Park
