2025 by Wilimee Chardonnay (Macedon Ranges)
2025 by Wilimee Chardonnay (Macedon Ranges)
140 dozen made.
This Chardonnay comes from a vineyard 20km to the west of us. The vines are over 30yrs old and the fruit was picked later/riper than our Wilimee vines. Chardonnay was wild fermented in barriques, 15% new French oak, with full malo. Recently bottled with 11 months of barrel ageing, this Chardonnay is quite different in style to Wilimee, but shares a similar texture and quality.
Winemaking Notes.
Whole bunch pressed direct to barriques, 15% new French oak
Natural ferment in barrels
Malolactic ferment finished near Christmas.
Matured for 11 months in oak prior to bottling.
No fining or stabilisation, however lightly filtered prior to bottling. Vegan Friendly.
Tasting Notes:
by Wilimee Chardonnay displays generous white & yellow stone fruits with a touch of lemon zest. Its opulent, easy drinking and enjoyed with roast chicken and pasta.