{"product_id":"2025-mandala-yarra-valley-chardonnay","title":"2025 Mandala Yarra Valley Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp class=\"lead short\"\u003eChardonnay is the most widely planted white wine grape in the world, and here in the Yarra Valley, it is classed as the premium variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead short\"\u003eThe typically cool climate in the valley balances out hot days with cool crisp nights, allowing the grapes to flourish and produce that fine acidic zest Chardonnay lovers adore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead short\"\u003eCharles' take on his Estate Chardonnay has purposely moved away from the characteristic over-oaked flavouring, to a \"new style\" which focuses on subtle and integrated oak to deliver texture, weight, and an enjoyable structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead short\"\u003eClones P58, 76, 96 and 95. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead short\"\u003eSoil type: Clay Loam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead short\"\u003eBarrel maturation: 10 months in 100% French oak, 20% new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead short\"\u003eCellaring potential of 5-8 years. 13% Alc\/Vol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lead\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eVibrant light straw in colour, this wine is fresh and pure in its aromatic intensity.  Citrus driven with hints of lemon curd, ruby grapefruit, and a beautiful smattering of granny smith crumble. The palate is biscuity, and spice filled with white nectarine, florals and a hint of salinity. The finish is long, pure and full of effortless vibrancy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eA mixture of Chardonnay clones P58, 76, 96 and 95 were selectively hand harvested in the cool of the morning then gently whole bunch pressed to approximately 600L\/T, keeping the pristine free run separate from the pressings.  The juice was cold settled and then transferred to a mixture of new (15%) and old French oak. Clones were kept separate in ferment with a combination of wild and inoculated yeast strains specifically selected for their attributes.  The wine was allowed to rest in oak for approximately 10 months after which time, all barrels were heavily scrutinised to create a wine highlighting the multi-layered complexity through the diversity of clonal material.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e92 Points - Philip Rich - Halliday Wine Companion 2023\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Barrel fermented on full solids in French oak (15% new) with 10% of the wine going through mlf. A bright green gold. More complex than in 2021, with its aromas of oyster shells, hazelnuts and stone fruits. Still quite tightly wound and with good intensity before finishing grapefruit pithy and long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Wine Is Best Enjoyed\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShooting the breeze with loved ones, long lunches, catching up with friends, a mid-week refresher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMeal Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lead\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003ePair the 2025 Mandala Chardonnay with creamy seafood dishes like grilled barramundi, roast chicken, or creamy pasta sauces\u003cspan style=\"color: #001d35; background: white;\"\u003e. Other excellent pairings include dishes with buttery or rich sauces, roasted chicken, and lobster. For a vegetarian option, try haloumi fritters or creamy pasta with vegetables.\u003cspan class=\"vkekvd\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clear\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mandala Wines","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47240388149386,"sku":"10319","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 12","offer_id":47240388182154,"sku":"10320","price":420.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/8888\/9482\/files\/merlot_3_b3d0cca9-09db-4caa-a3d4-71d016c60847.png?v=1707374906","url":"https:\/\/mandalawines.com.au\/products\/2025-mandala-yarra-valley-chardonnay","provider":"Mandala Yarra Valley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}