2023 Stonier Reserve Chardonnay, Mornington Peninsula

Stonier is a winery known for its dedication to crafting exceptional wines that showcase the unique terroir of the Mornington Peninsula, an area renowned for its maritime influence and exceptional Chardonnay production. The Reserve range is a step up in quality, made from the best parcels of fruit that are carefully selected to produce a wine of depth and complexity.

The Stonier Reserve Chardonnay is made from hand-harvested grapes, with fermentation occurring in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. The wine undergoes natural fermentation, which helps preserve its fresh, vibrant character while developing a rounder, more textured mouthfeel. The wine is then aged in oak for several months, which imparts subtle notes of vanilla, toast, and nutmeg, while the overall freshness of the Chardonnay remains intact.