Bass Phillip Premium Chardonnay 2021

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Product Information: The Bass Phillip Premium Chardonnay 2021 is a remarkable expression of Gippsland’s terroir, showcasing the estate’s commitment to producing wines of exceptional complexity, finesse, and purity. Crafted from less than one acre of vines planted in 1979, this Chardonnay is the result of over 40 years of careful cultivation. The wine is rich in character, with vibrant flavours of peaches and nectarines, complemented by a hint of buttery pastry. The palate is balanced with a backbone of bright acidity that runs through the wine, giving it both freshness and structure. The subtle use of oak enhances the wine’s complexity without overshadowing the fruit, allowing the flavours of stone fruits, nuts, and soft oak to shine through. It has excellent depth and breadth, with a long finish that lingers cleanly on the palate. While it is delicious now, this Chardonnay has the potential to age gracefully, developing more complexity and nuance over time. The Bass Phillip Premium Chardonnay 2021 is a wine that will not only impress in its youth but will continue to evolve for many years to come. Maker: The story of Bass Phillip starts back in the early 1970’s when the first vineyard site, located 15 kilometres south of Leongatha, was selected to plant vines based on climatic and topographical observations. These observations when combined with South Gippsland’s moderating influences of the mountains to the north and ocean to the south, provides the ideal conditions for slow ripening of grapes. Bass Phillip also has a 7.5-hectare vineyard planted in 1998 in Leongatha’s hinterland comprised primarily of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay but also some small plantings of Gewurztraminer and Nebbiolo, on a north facing slope; increasing our overall area of vines to just over 10 hectares. Bass Phillip wines reflect variety and their terroir, enhanced by close planted vines, low cropping, old vines with only the use of natural processes and sprays, no irrigation and meticulous canopy management, culminating to produce wines of depth, length and complexity. The vineyards have been organic since 1993 and biodynamic since 2002, with wine production processes at Bass Phillip guided by the cosmic rhythms that impart energy and vibrancy into the wines. The wines have deep mineral-rich soils that are natural and organic, giving the wines a unique flavour. They are made in a simple and traditional manner, with low-cropped vineyards, no irrigation and minimal intervention in the winery, resulting in wines that age superbly over extended periods. Phillip Jones, the founder of Bass Phillip, laboured for years before entering the Australian market, and his pinot noirs have often achieved the highest ratings in the land. Philosophy At Bass Phillip, winemaking is deeply rooted in organic and biodynamic practices. Since 1993, the vineyards have been organic, and since 2002, they have adhered to biodynamic principles. This philosophy reflects a belief in the intrinsic connection between the vineyard, the cosmos, and the rhythms of nature. The result is wines that are rich in vitality, energy, and vibrancy—wines that speak clearly of their origins. Bass Phillip’s commitment to low intervention in both the vineyard and winery ensures that the wines express the purest characteristics of their terroir. With no irrigation, minimal use of sprays, and a focus on natural processes, the estate’s wines have gained a reputation for their deep, mineral-driven complexity. These wines are crafted to age superbly over extended periods, showcasing their evolution and depth as they mature. Tasting Notes Nose Peach, Nectarine, Buttery PastryA fragrant bouquet of ripe peaches and nectarines, with a touch of buttery pastry that adds depth and richness to the aromatic profile. Palate Complex, Balanced, Fruit-DrivenThe palate is rich and complex, with stone fruit flavours of peach and nectarine, balanced by a backbone of fresh acidity. Subtle oak adds a layer of nuttiness, enhancing the wine’s overall complexity. Finish Long, Elegant, Lingering