Knee Deep Third Rule Chardonnay 2022

Racking to French oak and lees stirring helped imbue this fine Margaret River Chardy with extra textural aspects and complexity. Nine months in French oak, 22% of which is new, the colour is a bright, though deep yellow. There is good oak integration, and the wine offers an attractive array of flavours with orange rind, lemon grass, peaches, mandarin and a hint of marmalade. There is a touch of honey on the finish as the wine exhibits both balance and concentration. Mid-length with freshness and soft acidity still apparent there are good flavours, though at this stage they are very much upfront. Now and over the next three to five years.