Oakridge 864 Drive Block Funder and Diamond Vineyard Chardonnay 2023

Yet another superb 864 Chardonnay from the 2023 vintage, this vineyard is planted to the P58 clone. The grapes are whole bunch pressed to French oak puncheons for natural fermentation, 20% new barrels. Maturation was for ten months in barrel, followed by a further six months on lees in tank. Deep straw, the nose is beautifully fragrant and indicative of the elegance to follow. Florals, grapefruits, white jasmine and a touch of peach along with hints of cashews, woodsmoke and gunflint are all present on the nose. The wine has a lingering persistence with good intensity and excellent balance throughout. Juicy acidity runs the length. A ten year proposition. How exciting are the top Australian Chardonnays at the moment!