2019 Chardonnay – Dobbin Estate Vineyard & Winery

This Bench Chardonnay was whole cluster pressed and wild fermented in French oak barrels. Secondary fermentation was also wild and aged for 18 months in French oak of varying ages. The nose is honeyed with golden apple and lemon meringue. The mid-palate carries through these flavours with a nice shift to layers of nutmeg and butterscotch. It is a medium-weight Chardonnay that is balanced with a gentle presence of oak that lends to a pleasantly spiced finish.