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.
Koonunga Hill Chardonnay reflects Penfolds multi-region, multi- vineyard blending philosophy, which allows Penfolds winemakers to source the best parcels of fruit to produce consistently high- quality wines from each vintage. A light to medium-bodied Chardonnay with distinctive primary fruit characters and a subtle underlay of moderate oak.
Max's Chardonnay is a superb expression of cool climate Chardonnay. Crisp and complex: green apple, citrus and stone fruit flavours with creamy, crème brulee-like French oak and toast on the finish.
At once, substantial flavour coupled with a textural dynamic; mouth-filling, engulfing – opens up aka mid-symphony, no instrument idle. White stone fruits – just ripe nectarine and freshly-sliced peach, and the most subtle adornment of oak and zesty acidity. A wonderful line struts across the mid-palate, not brazenly, yet with real purpose/destination and persistence. Amplified innate potential; beautifully poised and defined. More? Enough will not be enough.
Lifted aromas of peach and white flowers. A generous, complex palate packed with stone fruits and brown spice notes balanced with a crunchy acid line providing a long refined finish.
Venator – the Latin word for HUNTER. Rich stone fruit characters of peach and nectarine on the nose complemented by a hint of nutmeg and clove spice. The palate is long and tight filled with melon and stone fruit notes finishing with a crunchy, nectarine-like acidity. A balanced used of French oak provides mid palate structure and complexity. This wine is made to be enjoyed now or over the medium term.
An intense cool climate Chardonnay with flavours of stone fruits, fig and melon seductively integrated with barrel ferment complexity. A crisp and elegant style of Chardonnay, showing great purity of fruit.
Dish Chardonnay is the ultimate wine companion for any occasion. A delightful blend of yellow peach, nectarine and nougat aromas, accompanied by a deliciously rich and round palate of buttered yellow peaches, custard trifle and subtle toasty oak, Dish Chardonnay pairs perfectly with friends and food.
Penfold's Rawson's Retreat Chardonnay embodies the modern Australian Chardonnay style. With an array of flavours in its palate including citrus, nougat, vanilla, melon and stone fruits, this wine fills your mouth in the most satisfying way. Added with spice and oak nuances for balance and texture. Have a toast with your friends or enjoy with seafoods.
Lush white peach and nectarine meet delicate floral notes, all wrapped in a structured, fruit-driven palate. A beautifully balanced cool-climate Chardonnay with great concentration and depth.
Stylish and sophisticated, these wines display the fruit forward, easy-drinking sensibilities which make them delicious from the first sip to the final drop.
