Chardonnay
2008 Chardonnay
| Vintage: | 2008 |
| Region: | Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Chardonnay |
| Oak maturation: | 10 months (French) |
| Release Date: | September 2009 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 5 years |
| Alcohol: | 12.7 % |
FRUIT
This vintage we spent many man hours in the vineyard concentrating on canopy management, bunch thinning, then picking and sorting. This Chardonnay fruit was harvested early and is of high quality, a reflection we believe of our ongoing commitment to biodynamic viticulture.
WINEMAKING
In line with previous vintages of Chardonnay, this fruit was picked at optimum ripeness in the cool of the night. Of the free-run juice, a portion was fermented in French Troncais barriques. A small componant also underwent wild ferment adding to the wines complexity. The wine was left on lees for 10 months with regular stirring before final blending and bottling.
CHARACTERISTICS
This wine is pale straw in colour and displays aromas of stone fruit and citrus. It has a rich palate of fresh lively fruit, well integrated with the subtle nuttiness of the oak.
Krinklewood Vineyard is located in the Southern end of the Broke-Fordwich Valley and is well suited to Chardonnay. This is a much cooler part of the Hunter Valley. As a result the Chardonnay fruit picked is more of a cooler climate style and exhibits vibrant grapefruit and stone fruit characters.
CUISINE
This wine is the perfect accompaniment to seared Atlantic Salmon.
AWARDS
SILVER – Hunter Valley Wine Show 2009
SILVER – Hunter Valley Boutique Winemakers Show 2009
2007 Chardonnay
| Vintage: | 2007 |
| Region: | Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Chardonnay |
| Oak maturation: | 10 months |
| Release Date: | July 2008 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 5 years |
| Alcohol: | 13.4 % |
FRUIT
Located in the Southern end of Broke, Krinklewood Vineyard experiences a slightly cooler climate than much of the Hunter Valley. This vintage Chardonnay reflects this well with grapefruit & stonefruit characters evident.
WINEMAKING
The Chardonnay fruit this vintage was picked at optimum ripeness in the cool of the night. Of the free-run juice, a portion was fermented in French Troncais barriques. A portion also underwent wild ferment adding to the wines complexity. The wine was left on lees for 10 months before final blending and bottling.
CHARACTERISTICS
This wine is pale straw in colour and displays complex aromas of nectarine, white peach with fresh lemon and lime. It has a rich and complex palate of fresh lively fruit that is integrated well with the subtle nuttiness of the oak.
CUISINE
This wine is the perfect accompaniment to Poultry dishes, particularly Chicken, and also a great wine to enjoy with Salmon.
AWARDS
Sydney International Wine Competition Highly Commended Award Winner, 2009
2006 Chardonnay
| Vintage: | 2006 |
| Region: | Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Chardonnay |
| Oak maturation: | 10 months |
| Release Date: | December 2007 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 5 years |
| Alcohol: | 13 % |
FRUIT
The 2006 season proved to have an excellent balance of good ripening temperatures during the day, with lovely cool nights.
WINEMAKING
The Chardonnay fruit this vintage was picked at optimum ripeness in the cool of the night, then after crushing and pressing it was fermented in a combination of barriques. A portion was fermented in French Troncais and Allier barriques, with a small component undergoing wild ferment, which has added to the wines complexity. The wine was left on lees for 10 months before final blending and bottling.
CHARACTERISTICS
This wine displays grapefruit & stonefruit aromas entwined with subtle hints of cashew nuts. It has a rich and creamy palate of peach and hints of butterscotch with a long acid finish.
CUISINE
This wine is the perfect accompaniment to Poultry dishes, particularly Chicken, and also a great wine to enjoy with Salmon.
AWARDS
Silver medal Hunter Valley Wine Show 2007
4**** in Winestate MagazineTasting 2007
2005 Chardonnay
| Vintage: | 2005 |
| Region: | Broke Fordwich, Lower Hunter, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Chardonnay |
| Oak maturation: | 8 months |
| Release Date: | December 2005 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 7 years |
| Alcohol: | 13 % |
FRUIT
Excellent growing conditions in this vintage produced some of the best fruit for the Hunter.
WINEMAKING
The Chardonnay fruit this vintage was picked at optimum ripeness in the cool of the night, then after crushing and pressing it was fermented in a combination of barriques. A portion was fermented in French Troncais and Allier barriques, with a small component undergoing wild ferment, which has added to the wines complexity. The wine was left on lees for 8 months before final blending and bottling.
CHARACTERISTICS
This wine displays peach and grapefruit aromas entwined with subtle hints of buttery & toasty oak. It has a rich and delicious creamy soft palate.
CUISINE
This wine is the perfect accompaniment to Poultry dishes, particularly Chicken, and also a great wine to enjoy with Salmon.
AWARDS
<0>Bronze Medal – Hunter Valley Boutique Wine Show 2006
2004 Chardonnay
| Vintage: | 2004 |
| Region: | Broke Fordwich, Lower Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Chardonnay |
| Oak maturation: | 10 months |
| Release Date: | September 2005 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 7 years |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% v/v |
FRUIT
Excellent growing conditions in this vintage produced some of the best fruit for the Hunter.
WINEMAKING
The Chardonnay fruit this vintage was picked at optimum ripeness in the cool of the night, then after crushing and pressing it was fermented in a combination of barriques. A portion was fermented in French Troncais and Allier barriques, with a small component undergoing wild ferment, which has added to the wines complexity. The wine was left on lees for 10 months before final blending and bottling.
CHARACTERISTICS
This wine displays grapefruit, nectarine & melon aromas entwined with nuttiness and vanilla spice of the oak.
CUISINE
This wine is the perfect accompaniment to panfried Atlantic Salmon with Risotto.
AWARDS
Bronze medal Royal Melbourne Wine Show 2005
2003 Chardonnay
| Vintage: | 2003 |
| Region: | Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Chardonnay |
| Oak maturation: | 10 months |
| Release Date: | September 2004 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 7 years |
| Alcohol: | 13.3% v/v |
| pH: | 3.36 |
| TA: | 6.54 g / L |
| VA: | .28 g / L |
| Residual Sugar: | 1.63 g / L |
FRUIT
Excellent growing conditions in this vintage produced some of the best fruit for the Hunter.
WINEMAKING
The Chardonnay fruit this vintage was picked at optimum ripeness in the cool of the night, then after crushing and pressing it was fermented in a combination of barriques. A portion was fermented in French Troncais and Allier barriques, with a small component undergoing wild ferment, which has added to the wines complexity. The wine was left on lees for 10 months before final blending and bottling.
CHARACTERISTICS
This wine displays grapefruit & stonefruit aromas entwined with subtle hints of cashew nuts. It has a rich and creamy palate of peach and hints of butterscotch with a long acid finish.
CUISINE
This wine is the perfect accompaniment to Poultry dishes, particularly Chicken, and also a great wine to enjoy with Salmon.
AWARDS
Silver medal Hunter Valley Wine Show 2005 *
Silver medal Royal Melbourne Wine Show 2005
5***** in Winestate Magazine Hunter Valley Tasting 2004