Chardonnay is the chameleon of the grape world, capable of producing diverse age-worthy dry wine styles ranging from crisp and light through to powerful and textured. Part of Chardonnay's charm is its versatility, meaning it's a popular choice for wine lovers everywhere.
From full-bodied, often oaky, with buttery textures in California to crisp, rich and tropical flavours found in Australia, a glass of Chardonnay is always sure to delight.
A youthful, dry Chardonnay with melon and nectarine aromas, this wine is equal parts creamy and crisp, with a palate of bright citrus notes and refreshing cool-climate acidity. A uniquely Tasmanian Chardonnay from a place unlike anywhere else. The Devil's Corner Chardonnay pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken breast topped with a creamy lemon butter sauce, and a side of roasted asparagus. For a seafood pairing, enjoy a glass with seared scallops and fresh rocket salad or indulge in a simple vegetarian pasta with sautéed mushrooms and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan.
Crafted with premium Tasmanian fruit in a place where hazard meets haven, the wines in our Hazards range are rugged yet refined; named after the remarkable Hazards Mountains that serve as a backdrop to our East Coast Vineyard. The Mt Baudin Chardonnay shines with classic characters of white melon, almond and bright citrus fruits. A sophisticated white wine made from a single block of cool-climate Kayena fruit. A Chardonnay with this class and distinction screams out for quality food accompaniments. Try it with baked whole fish Barramundi with lemon and thyme. Serve with a zesty hollandaise dressing. Or why not try it with a selection of cheese brie and camembert.
The Devil’s Lair Chardonnay gains complexity from the terroir of individual vineyards and the winemakers handle and blend each batch of fruit to make a wine that best represents the Devil’s Lair style. The colour is a gleaming straw green with a nose of elegant pink grapefruit and lemon curd with a complexing flint note. Lemon vanilla and beeswax oak aromas promise an intriguing and flavoursome wine. The palate has tightly woven folds of white stone fruit and fresh citrus that drive a layered and textural palate. Subtle chalky pith frame this generous and richly flavoured wine. Energetic, supple and deeply satisfying.
Above average winter rains preceded a warm and dry spring. This lead to fantastic flowering and allowed the vines to flourish with lush balanced canopies. A cool and mild growing season produced fruit with excellent depth of flavour, pristine texture and great persistence. Pale straw in colour with an aroma of white nectarine blossom and toasted cashews lifted with lemon/lime zest, fresh ginger and wasabi notes. Classic powerful white stone fruit dominates the palate with a vibrant core of lime citrus and lemon curd adding to purity and intensity. Delicate use of oak and gentle lees stirring adds a subtle creaminess that overlays a textural and richly flavoured wine.
Above average winter rains preceded a warm and dry spring. This lead to fantastic flowering and allowed the vines to flourish with lush balanced canopies. A cool and mild growing season produced fruit with excellent depth of flavour, pristine texture and great persistence. Pale straw in colour, a youthful wine of white nectarine, crème vanilla and pink grapefruit. Subtle hazelnut and lifted citrus aromas provide freshness and complexity. The palate is elegant and generous with white peach and toasty brioche flavours, a natural grapefruit freshness and vibrancy and vibrant citrus acidity.
The wine opens with a captivating aroma of ripe stone fruit, zesty citrus, and buttery brioche. On the palate, it is rich, full-bodied, and textural with layers of flavours that reveal themselves slowly and elegantly. The ripe fruit flavours are complemented by a subtle hint of vanilla, which is derived from oak aging. The wine has a long and satisfying finish, with well-balanced acidity that keeps the palate fresh. This wine is perfect to drink now or within the next 2-7 years, and will pair well with grilled seafood or roasted poultry.
A select parcel of estate grown grapes was used to produce this refined and complex wine. Traditional technique of wild yeast and malolactic fermentation in small oak barrels has resulted in this softly textured wine. Cellaring will give further toasty complexity. Drink with South Australian rock lobster served with a lemon and fresh herb aioli.
A floral aroma showing tropical fruit and lemon zest from the Sauvignon Blanc with hints of stone fruit from the Semillon and Chardonnay. Palate Fresh and fruity, with a zesty, cleansing finish. An easy-drinking approachable style wine for every occasion.
This wine was made using selected parcels of fruit from our Lucindale vineyard. Made to capture the delicate white nectarine and lemon aromas of the grape, this wine is fermented at low temperature in stainless steel and bottled early to preserve the pristine characters present. Pales straw with vibrant green hues, its aroma is an intense flourish of fresh kiwi fruit and honeydew melon. Lively and fresh with a crisp middle palate leading to a delicate piquancy and resulting in a perfect balance of flavours.
Golden yellow in the glass. The nose offers notes of white flowers, celery and spices, followed by a fine and powerful sip, enlivened by a solid and fresh structure. It is an ideal gastronomic wine to accompany very tasty meats, both red and white, spicy dishes and the traditional Comté cheese of the Jura.
Pale yellow colour with green hues. Stonefruit, brioche and butterscotch aromas in harmony with vanilla and butterscotch notes from French new oak puncheons (20%). The palate is concentrated, mineral, creamy and long due to a perfect natural acidity.
Elephant In The Room Buttery Chardonnay is a full bodied and round wine with plenty of oak influence from partial matured in French Oak. Although it's heavy on the palate with buttery flavours, the cool climate fruit gives it soft but refreshing acidity.
Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Pronounced ripe peach top notes intermix with hints of apricot, honeysuckle, crème brulee and faint bacon fat notes. Rich fleshy textured peach, pear and melon fruits drive the palate with some delicate honeysuckle and spice elements lying underneath. Showing plenty of freshness it has a medium to long fruit driven finish. Drink over the next 3-4 years.
This is a medium bodied and elegant Hawkes Bay Chardonnay. Its flavour profile is a mix of stonefruit, grilled nuts, grapefruit and yeasty nuances. It is both complex and delicious. Ideally suited to rich seafood dishes or white meats such as pork or chicken, but equally delicious as an aperitif or with hard cheeses.
