Stargazer Chardonnay 2024

Description

Product Description Coal River Valley Chardonnay with quiet precision and depth. The 2024 release from winemaker Samantha Connew balances fruit generosity with a fine saline edge, reflecting both her meticulous craft and the strength of the vintage. Fruit is sourced from the Coal River Valley, including Connew’s south-facing Chardonnay block planted in 2017, as well as trusted growers in the Upper Derwent and Richmond. Hand-picked fruit was whole-bunch pressed and wild fermented in French oak puncheons, 20% new, with full malolactic fermentation but no lees stirring. The wine then spent eight months in barrel before settling in tank and bottling. The result is a Chardonnay that layers stone fruit and citrus brightness with subtle oak complexity, finishing long and mineral. Tasting Notes NOSE – Citrus & stonefruit Aromas of lemon peel and white peach, with oak notes of cashew, custard and vanilla bean, alongside flinty minerality. PALATE – Balanced & textural Generous peach and stonefruit flavours supported by cashew and pastry tones, lifted by a subtle saline drive. FINISH – Fresh & persistent Bright acidity carries stonefruit, almonds, flint and a touch of brininess through a long finish. Finer Details Style – White Wine Varietal – Chardonnay Country – Australia Region – Coal River Valley, Tasmania Vintage – 2024 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 12.5% Closure – Screw cap