Pike & Joyce The Kay Reserve Chardonnay 2024

A most intriguing and even slightly exotic Chardonnay from the Lenswood sub-region in the Adelaide Hills, fermentation was in French oak with wild yeasts. The fruit was a combination of whole bunch and destemmed. Maturation was for nine months with 55% of the oak new. Very pale lemon in colour, the nose opens with hints of oatmeal, along with citrus, stone fruits, glacéd lemon, spices and hints of nectarine. This is balanced, sleek and with an appealingly supple texture. There is bright acidity and a long lingering finish with persistence. Tightly structured, this is well crafted and will provide pleasure for the next five to eight years. A cracking Lenswood Chardonnay.