Tread Softly Chardonnay 2021

Very much the modern approach here – good value, good drinking, lower than usual alcohol (11%) and consideration given to the impact on the environment. Management has decreed that for every six bottles of Tread Softly sold, they will plant an Australian native tree in a regeneration program. Drink up and save the world.

The wine sees time in used French oak barriques. Pale lemon in colour, the nose offers citrus notes and gentle oak integration. With florals and lemons, the palate has some richness and depth while fresh and delicious. There are lovely crème brulee and lemon pie flavours on the palate too. With very good length, this should drink well over the next four to six years. And such cracking value.