Chardonnay (21)

Ara Single Estate Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $18.99

A traditional style Chardonnay showing rich, generous fruit with a creamy character and clean lees complexity. Enticing toasty lees flavour with a oatmeal influence. Mid-palate texture is supported by a focused, persistant finish.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: New Zealand<br /><br />Region: Marlborough<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Bird In Hand Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $45.99

Bird In Hand Chardonnay<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 12.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.2<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Adelaide Hills<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Penfolds Bin 311 Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $45.00

Nose: Full-flavoured, endowed with a concentrated fruit spectrum of citrus, grapefruit and white peach. Hints of sherbet, camomile and goats cheese complex the aromatic offer – a chardonnay cast assembled from three States of Australia. Certainly, there’s quite the performance happening in the glass, with barely a swirl of the glass and some air required to light up the stage! Palate: First and foremost, this wine extolls freshness, yet not at the expense of an endearing richness and generosity of flavour. Whilst some may perceive it to be slightly ‘larger-framed’ than in previous years it nevertheless retains trademark Bin 311 mineral acidity and linearity. Rockmelon and white peach fruits are pronounced. Underlying sherbet and fresh lemon tart impressions coupled with a lovely creaminess add to the structural and flavour pool. A trademark Penfolds phenolic grip certainly doesn’t curtail length or volume. Yes, proactively rich, fresh and assertive! Drinkability? Do we have to wait?!<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Adelaide Hills<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Farm Hand Organic Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $15.00

Farm Hand Organic Chardonnay<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 12.50%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.4<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Monash Valley<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Fat Bastard Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $19.00

Winery tasting note, "Just like they used to make 'em. Our Fat Bastard Chardonnay has an opulent, rich palate of grilled pineapple, spiced butterscotch and loaded with peach and apricot. Filled with macadamia and almond meal notes, bright acidity bringing liveliness and freshness. Full bodied goodness."<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 14.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 8.3<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: USA<br /><br />Region: California<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Forester Estate Lifestyle Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $26.00

Forester Estate Lifestyle Chardonnay<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.50%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 8<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Margaret River<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Grant Burge gb32 Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $10.00

Grant Burge gb32 Chardonnay 750mL<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: South Australia<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Grant Burge Pearl Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $20.00

Fresh citrus, passionfruit and hints of pineapple interlaced with toasty brioche.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 12.9%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.6<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Margaret River<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Hardys VR Chardonnay 1L Bottle, $10.00

Brilliant and clear with lifted tropical and stone fruit characters of melon, peach and pineapple. Juicy fruit characters of Melon, yellow nectarine and subtle hints of vanillin, fresh acid structure, with medium body.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 10.3<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: South Eastern Australia<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

McGuigan Single Batch Project Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $14.99

Hand crafted from premium grapes grown in South Australia, this fine boned but full-bodied Chardonnay sings with stonefruit and citrus, peaches, melons &amp; creamy, vanillan oak.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: South Australia<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Oxford Landing Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $12.00

Pale straw green in colour. Yellow peach and ripe nectarine aromas with wild honey and hints of lemon myrtle. These are supported by freshly cut hay and cinnamon spice complexities from wild fermentation. Layers of flavour build across the medium bodied palate reflecting not only the fruit but the use of wild fermentation and ageing on yeast lees. The slightest hint of oak comes through on the palate as a hint of cinnamon and spice.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 12.5%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.4<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: South Australia<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Oyster Bay Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $19.00

From the famed home of cool climate flavour intensity, Oyster Bay Chardonnay is a delightful breath of fresh air and displays a style of its own. Its assertive and refreshing flavours are captured and partnered with subtle oak, bringing a delicate texture to the wine. No wonder we call it the world’s coolest chardonnay.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 12.50%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.5<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: New Zealand<br /><br />Region: Marlborough<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Penfolds Bin 311 Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $45.00

Nose: Fresh and inviting – complexed by yeast lees-derived nougat and ground pistachio/almond/roasted chestnut. Scents of deconstructed crème brûlée ‘(flamed top and custardy middle), enhanced by ripe white nectarine and peach fruits. A liberal sprinkle of crushed rock/pebble dust (quartz, limestone?) certainly adds interest. Palate: A very lively palate of freshly sliced cucumber and lime citrus flavours hovering over a soft and succulent acid underpinning. A tight phenolic grip induces wonderful length and drive to the finish. A cool climate regional trio – three different chardonnay expressions of texture/acidity/tightness/purity coalesce, propelling combined fruits/flavours. A ‘new Bin 311’ is revealed. Nice.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 12.50%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.4<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Multi-Regional Blend<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Petaluma White Label Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $22.00

Petaluma Chardonnay 750mL<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.60%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 8<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Adelaide Hills<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Robert Mondavi Private Selection Buttery Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $24.99

This Californian Buttery Chardonnay is named for the rich, creamy flavors derived from its unique winemaking style. Notes of apple, peach, and toasty brioche complement.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.5%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 8.0<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: USA<br /><br />Region: California<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Stonier Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $37.99

Stonier Chardonnay 750mL<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Mornington Peninsula<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Taylors Estate Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $20.00

Gentle nuances of oak complement white peach and tropical fruit flavours.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.50%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: South Australia<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Taylors Jaraman Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $32.99

Complex with distinct citrus, white peach & nectarine characters and a subtle flinty finish<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Clare/Margaret<br /><br />Vintage: Non-Vintage<br />

The Roaming Vintners M/R Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $18.00

The Margaret River is arguably the home of some of the best Chardonnay wines in Australia and this wine is testiment to that. Bright and expressive with excellent balance of flavours and a long finish.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.0%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Margaret River<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

The Y Series Unwooded Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $14.99

Yalumba Y Series Unwooded Chardonnay<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: South East Australia<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />

Vasse Felix Filius Chardonnay 750mL Bottle, $28.99

Vasse Felix Filius Chardonnay is bright pale straw in colour. An open fragrant perfume reminiscent of apple pie, delicate spice and milk arrowroot biscuits. Perfectly ripe notes of lemon, peach and mango mingle with light pear and a hint of white pepper. A very comfortable mouthfeel with long finish.<br /> <br />Alcohol Volume: 13.00%<br /><br />Pack Format: Bottle<br /><br />Standard Drinks: 7.7<br /><br />Pack Type: Bottle<br /><br />Country of Origin: Australia<br /><br />Region: Margaret River<br /><br />Vintage: Vintages Vary<br />