Chardonnay, Margaret River
Chardonnay is planted in almost every region in the world and makes a wide variety of wine styles from light-bodied, crisp and unoaked through to full-bodied, complex barrel matured versions. Chardonnay is an adaptable variety and can be grown in cool regions as well as warm areas. It is a productive, early budding and early ripening variety.
Chardonnay first came to Australia in the 1920s but didn’t find popularity until the 1970s. Grown all across the country the cool climate versions (like found in the Yarra Valley and Tasmania) tend to be lighter in body with higher acidity and more subtle flavours. Warm climate versions (found in Margaret River, Hunter Valley and the Adelaide Hills) tend to be more full-bodied with richer, riper fruit and bolder flavours.
Margaret River is the name of a river, town and key wine region. It is one of the younger viticultural regions in Australia, quickly gaining popularity for its world-class wine. Located 280km South of Perth in Western Australia, the first plantings were only made in 1967. The region has grown rapidly and is recognised as one of the great wine-producing regions of the world, with over 200 wineries in operation. Made up of predominantly boutique producers, with a number of big player wineries also, the region makes up only 3% of the Australian wine production, but commands over 20% of the premium wine market. The wineries in the region are vibrant, innovative and progressive in their approach to viticulture.
The Mediterranean style climate provides superior maritime growing conditions, with vines not affected by extreme summer and winter temperatures. The region is well known for producing outstanding red wines; Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and to a lesser extent Shiraz, Tempranillo and Malbec. Both straight varietals and famous Bordeaux blends can be outstanding.
In the white wines, Chardonnays of great depth and character, and fresh Semillon Sauvignon Blanc blends are the main varietals the region is famous for. Lesser quantities of Viognier, Riesling and Muscat are also produced.
Chardonnay first came to Australia in the 1920s but didn’t find popularity until the 1970s. Grown all across the country the cool climate versions (like found in the Yarra Valley and Tasmania) tend to be lighter in body with higher acidity and more subtle flavours. Warm climate versions (found in Margaret River, Hunter Valley and the Adelaide Hills) tend to be more full-bodied with richer, riper fruit and bolder flavours.
Margaret River is the name of a river, town and key wine region. It is one of the younger viticultural regions in Australia, quickly gaining popularity for its world-class wine. Located 280km South of Perth in Western Australia, the first plantings were only made in 1967. The region has grown rapidly and is recognised as one of the great wine-producing regions of the world, with over 200 wineries in operation. Made up of predominantly boutique producers, with a number of big player wineries also, the region makes up only 3% of the Australian wine production, but commands over 20% of the premium wine market. The wineries in the region are vibrant, innovative and progressive in their approach to viticulture.
The Mediterranean style climate provides superior maritime growing conditions, with vines not affected by extreme summer and winter temperatures. The region is well known for producing outstanding red wines; Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and to a lesser extent Shiraz, Tempranillo and Malbec. Both straight varietals and famous Bordeaux blends can be outstanding.
In the white wines, Chardonnays of great depth and character, and fresh Semillon Sauvignon Blanc blends are the main varietals the region is famous for. Lesser quantities of Viognier, Riesling and Muscat are also produced.
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Pedestal wines are from Margaret River fruit and this vintage with fruit from the sub-region of Karridale, by the highly skilled Larry Cherubino (Winery Of The Year 2011 – James Halliday, Producer Of The Year 2011 – Matt Skinner’s Wine Guide). The Pedestal ... Learn MorePedestal Margaret River Chardonnay 2019$24.99 Per item -
"Floris is a modern and engaging expression of our local clone into wine. This style is a co-evolution of Modern Australian food and wine culture, which has great emphasis on balance, freshness and hedonistic pleasure. The sustainably farmed vineyard is ... Learn MoreDomaine Naturaliste Floris Chardonnay 2019$29.00 Per item -
"Floris is a modern and engaging expression of our local clone into wine. This style is a co-evolution of Modern Australian food and wine culture, which has great emphasis on balance, freshness and hedonistic pleasure. The sustainably farmed vineyard is ... Learn MoreDomaine Naturaliste Floris Chardonnay 2018$29.00 Per itemOut of stock -
Baby brother to the “Art Series” Chardonnay which tends to take centre stage, but this Prelude is a cracker as a wine with finesse and balance modestly carrying all the hallmarks of the variety and the region. ... Learn MoreLeeuwin Estate 'Prelude' Chardonnay 2019$29.99 Per item -
A lovely nose of lemon, white nectarine and white flowers. A gentle nuttiness and well balanced oak adds complexity. On the palate there is a plush honeydew melon & white peach core, framed by oak and a bright refreshing acid structure. ... Learn MoreLenton Brae 'Campanology' Chardonnay 2019$29.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Baby brother to the “Art Series” Chardonnay which tends to take centre stage, but this Prelude is a cracker as a wine with finesse and balance modestly carrying all the hallmarks of the variety and the region. ... Learn MoreLeeuwin Estate 'Prelude' Chardonnay 2018$29.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Baby brother to the “Art Series” Chardonnay which tends to take centre stage, but this Prelude is a cracker as a wine with finesse and balance modestly carrying all the hallmarks of the variety and the region. ... Learn MoreLeeuwin Estate 'Prelude' Chardonnay 2017$29.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Produced by the exceptionally talented & vibrant Bruce Dukes. A lifted nose of poached pears, butterscotch and marzipan. Flavours of fresh nectarines and candied pecan nuts. Very complex & textural with hints of funky oak. The cloudy juice from the hand picked ... Learn MoreDomaine Naturaliste Artus Chardonnay 2018$49.01 Per itemOut of stock -
Single Vineyard Margaret River Chardonnay; A delightfully complex wine that is Burgundian in style with savoury notes on the nose highlighting its barrel ferment character. Elegance and finesse are immediately evident on the lingering palate, with nectarine and white peach ... Learn MoreAtticus Margaret River Chardonnay 2011$54.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Pierro is one of the few Australian wineries that could claim to have established a trend that many others have followed. Since the mid-1980s Mike Peterkin has crafted a Chardonnay of not only monumental power, but of simultaneously smooth ... Learn MorePierro Chardonnay 2019$84.99 Per item -
Pierro is one of the few Australian wineries that could claim to have established a trend that many others have followed. Since the mid-1980s Mike Peterkin has crafted a Chardonnay of not only monumental power, but of simultaneously smooth ... Learn MorePierro Chardonnay 2018$85.00 Per itemOut of stock -
The ultimate debate in wine, Old World V New World. Two Master of Wines' going head to head on arguably the most controversial subject in wine, we have Alistair Cooper MW in the corner for the Old World ... Learn More
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The “Art Series” represents Leeuwin’s most opulent & ageworthy wines from each vintage. A pristine and lifted nose highlighted by Nashi pears, limes, white peach and fig. The primary fruits are complimented by nutmeg, cinnamon, almonds and sesame that creates ... Learn MoreLeeuwin Estate 'Art Series' Chardonnay 2017$109.99 Per item -
Sensory arrangement of white flower, honey, orange blossom, fig, dried pear lime and an incredible perfume which invites you to take your first taste! Shows poise and balance with great length the mineral acidity driving the delicious Kevin john flavours ... Learn MoreCullen 'Kevin John' Chardonnay 2018$114.99 Per item -
Unquestionably one of the best Chardonnays produced in Australia from an extraordinary site. Perfumed with citrus, pear and stone fruit aromas which are enhanced by the barrel ageing. Multilayered and complex, combining Bosc pear, nectarine and citrus notes. Wonderfully balanced ... Learn MoreCullen 'Kevin John' Chardonnay 2017$114.99 Per itemOut of stock -
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This pack contains a bottle of 3 different wines to be opened during an online tasting held on Thursday the 30th of April 2020. During the COVID-19 lockdown, we will be running ... Learn More
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Aromas of pear, citrus and white flowers with some stuck match and hints of oak. Pumice stone texture, tang of sweet citrus acidity lights it up, toasty oak noted, but integrating, finish is effortlessly long. "2015 Pierro VR Chardonnay is the ... Learn MorePierro 'Vr' Chardonnay 2015$129.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Sensory arrangement of white flower, honey, orange blossom, fig, dried pear lime and an incredible perfume which invites you to take your first taste! Shows poise and balance with great length the mineral acidity driving the delicious Kevin john flavours ... Learn MoreCullen 'Kevin John' Chardonnay 2019$134.99 Per item -
The 2016 season delivered another outstanding vintage: the fruit produced by all varieties in the vineyards of Cullen Wines was exceptional. Very low yields (below 2 tonnes/hectare) and ideal ripening conditions resulted in wines of great texture and finesse. These low ... Learn MoreCullen 'Kevin John Legacy Series Fruit Day' Chardonnay 2016$259.99 Per itemOut of stock -
The “Art Series” represents Leeuwin’s most opulent & ageworthy wines from each vintage. A pristine and lifted nose highlighted by Nashi pears, limes, white peach and fig. The primary fruits are complimented by nutmeg, cinnamon, almonds and sesame that creates ... Learn MoreLeeuwin Estate 'Art Series' Chardonnay 2016 Magnum$299.00 Per itemOut of stock
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