An outstanding Chardonnay. Named after co-founder Vivienne Snowden, this is a Chablis style that oozes class. Just brilliant.
One of 1500 produced and only released in exceptional years, the fruit was hand picked from three different panels on the vineyard between late February to mid-March. Whole bunch pressed direct to new and seasoned French oak, wild fermentation took place on full solids before sitting on lees for nine months, then bottle aged for 29 months.
What hooks me in from the outset is the lean and skeletal presence in the mouth. White fleshed nectarines, pineapple husk and green mango shape this wine from the outset. Given some time in the glass to relax, its true personality starts to radiate. A delicate nutty presence is partnered by flint and struck match. Soft textural feels run deep and ooze charisma. Gentle minerally feels lead to lemony tang that lingers long. One for Chardonnay lovers to behold.
Drink to eight years+
96/100
Region: Denmark, Great Southern RRP: $100
Source: Sample
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