Tread Softly South Australia Chardonnay 2023 (Australia)

Description

Lime, Nectarine, Oak

A lighter frame of Chardonnay but full of flavour. Aromas of citrus peel, white nectarine and subtle oak. The palate is vibrant with white stone fruits and a lime citrus acidity providing drive and length. 

Sourced from established vineyards of the rich soils of the border of Victoria and South Australia. The vines are mostly dry-grown and utilise expert canopy management to help to control ripening and vigour.

The winter and spring prior to the 2023 vintage was generally a little wetter and cooler than what is usual, delaying the start of vintage and meaning some extra care was required through the growing period. Whilst the vintage was indeed later than usual, there were some beautiful parcels of fruit that benefited from being grown in sites where the slower ripening simply enabled flavour ripeness to be achieved with character & balance.

Harvested in the cool of the morning to avoid the warmer temperatures of the day. The fruit is quickly delivered to the winery for destemming and crushing prior to a regular fermentation in stainless steel tank. The wine is aerated and temp controlled for an even ferment and then spends 3 months in tank on solids prior to bottling and an early release.

Food Pairing: Pair with roast chicken stuffed with thyme and garlic.