Oxford Landing South Australia Chardonnay 2020 (Australia)

Description

• Subtle oak
• Ripe nectarine
• Cinnamon & spice
• Barrel-matured

Pale straw green colour. Aromas of yellow peach and ripe nectarine with hints of wild honey and cinnamon spice. Layers of flavour build across the palate reflecting the fruit, natural fermentation and ageing on yeast lees. The slightest hint of oak comes through on the palate as cinnamon and spice, highlighting the complexity derived from barrel matured reserve wine. Balanced acidity gives the wine a refreshing finish.

The Chardonnay for this wine is sourced from vineyards in South Australia, where acces to the latest clonal and rootstock combinations continues to deliver outstanding fruit. The winemaking is focused on minimal intervention with the use of wild yeasts, malolactic fermentation, lees contact and subtle oak to give this Chardonnay depth, complexity and personality.

Dry conditions during Winter and Spring were followed by a hot December. Careful irrigation management assisted the growth of protective canopies for the Chardonnay grapes. Harvest from Late January through February was exceptionally mild with cool nights contributing to wonderful freshness and acidity in the Chardonnay grapes.

Oxford Landing in South Australia's Riverland is an unforgettable place.Just ask the locals. The beautiful River Murray runs through the imposing, red landscape, filling the community and environment with life and promise. Here, winemakers ten the vineyard that produces this collection of sustainably produced, affordable, vegan wines. They are the taste of the sun-soaked region to be enjoyed in your home.

Food Pairning: Enjoy with prawn and preserved lemon cous cous salad or chickpea, avocado, coriander and lime salad.