Domaine Naturaliste Discovery Chardonnay 2022

Fruit from Wilyabrup and Cowaramup, 100% barrel ferment and matured sur lie with regular battonage for 7 months, no malolactic fermentation. A little riper on the fruit spectrum, tickled with white florals and subtle cheesecloth. Natural acidity is fresh, bright and firm, and even though the fruit is ripe, it is not overly fleshy and retains a delicate character. Good length, crushed beach sand minerality and textural grip. The ideal mid-week Chardonnay. Sunshine and no pretence, wash it down with Japanese fried chicken or Mum’s traditional roast chicken with as much crunchy skin as you can steal off the plate.