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May is abundant with wine celebrations… after celebrating International Pinot Gris day last week, it’s International Chardonnay Day today!
Our Chardonnay continues to scoop the pool at local and national wine shows each and every year making it our most awarded varietal… and our most popular!
To celebrate, we have a very special offer available for the remainder of May 2024
Purchase any straight 6-pack of Chardonnay and we’ll include 2 limited-edition Montalto-branded x RIEDEL burgundy wine glasses so you have something special to enjoy your Chardonnay in!
A single vineyard wine made from our home vineyard in Red Hill South. Comprised of 59% North Face block (clone P58) and 41% South Face block (clone I10V1). Our Estate Chardonnay is built on a core of citrus fruit together stone fruits of nectarine and white peach. After some challenging weather events in late spring, impacting yields, the weather Gods provided perfect conditions leading into harvest. Slate and flint, lemon curd, crème brulee, lime splice, roasted hazelnuts, white florals, a lick of sulphides all chime in to play their part. The influence of spicy French oak compliments the generous fruit profile which is tied together with bright and energetic naturally acidity and a textural, creamy finish.
Simon Black, Chief Winemaker
Lemon curd, white peach, grapefruit, flint and slate notes, white florals, oatmeal with a curious touch of Life Saver’s fruit tingles. There are some gentle oak aromas by the way of brioche just to round out the package. The palate is juicy, almost quenching. Lots of white peach and a collage of citrus, moreish acidity, together with a mineral lick and a savouriness reminiscent of miso. The mid-palate is weighted, with a structural presence and textural framework. This is a delicious Chardonnay with hallmark Pennon Hill qualities exhibiting great varietal definition and regional expression.
Simon Black, Chief Winemaker
Preserved lemons, lemon sherbet, grapefruit pith. Quince and ginger. White florals, wet stone. Struck match, and plenty of yeasty goodness. The palate is juicy, chewy and textured. It’s concentrated and layered, yet sophisticated and composed. Tangy natural acidity provides energy and drive to a wonderfully complex and balanced wine.
Simon Black, Chief Winemaker
A core of tangy citrus fruit including lemons, limes and grapefruit. Add to this a fusion of whites florals with wet river stone, crème brûlée and brioche aromas. There is subtle oak influence in the form of roasted hazelnuts with hints of struck match and a dash of savoury chicken stock finishing with a creamy mouthfeel from both oak handling and lees work.
Simon Black, Chief Winemaker
To celebrate International Chardonnay Day, we have a very special 3-pack offer:
2019 Montalto Chardonnay
2019 Tuerong Chardonnay
2019 Eleven Chardonnay
$250 (RRP $270)
These wines collectively won 2 Trophies and 7 Gold Medals!
Montalto Vintage Collection wines are usually only available to our Alto Wine Club members, however this very special pack is available for purchase by all Montalto wine lovers as part of our International Chardonnay Day celebrations!
