2017 Marchand & Burch Villages Chardonnay, Great Southern
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The Marchand & Burch ‘Villages’ Chardonnay is sourced from the Mount Barker sub-region of the Great Southern.
Hand-picked, whole bunch pressed and naturally fermented in 50% older French oak barriques, hogsheads and puncheons and 50% in stainless steel tanks and then aged for 9 months, the Villages Chardonnay has a dry straw colour with a subtle bouquet of white field flowers, meringue and citrus zest. The flavours and textures of finely ground nutmeal and lemon curd, give weight to the palate whilst a fine minerally acidity adds length and crispiness. A wine of fine structure, gentle fruit and bright acid that will evolve over the next 3-4 years.
The classic note of white field flowers fills the nose with a mix of sweet perfume and herbal notes. The palate is fresh yet textural, supple and layered with nutmeal, vanilla, white fleshed peach and citrus zest that gives an overlay of richness balanced by delicate fruit flavours. The acidity remains fine and stony to add length and vitality to the palate.
“Medium to light yellow colour. Toasted cashew nut and spice aromas, with hints of lime and lemon: fresh and clean, bright and firm and lively in the mouth. The wine is high-energy and refreshing, with appetising acidity and tight focus, leading to a long aftertaste. A brilliant chardonnay, with a bright future.”
95 points Huon Hooke therealreview.com
100% Mount Barker fruit. Oak sits fairly prominently in the bouquet in the form of a nutty, nougat character, but there are aromas of pear and grapefruit which will no doubt continue to build as it develops. Juicy, ripe fruit flavours of stone fruit and pineapple are carried along by fresh, crisp acidity, the finish well textured with a hint of oak lingering.
Steven Creber winecompanion.com.au Aug 2019
| Product/Service Sold Out | No |
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| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | White Wine |
| Wine Style | Certified Organic |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Great Southern |
| Varietals | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 95 |
| Wine Medals | 0 |
| Wine Trophies | 0 |
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