A Chardonnay that kept growing on me, this is a wonderful cool climate expression from Orange's Strawhouse Wines.
Whole bunch pressed and barrel fermented, it is flinty with matchsticks and custard powder making an early impression. Barbecued pineapple and nectarines build attractive fruit nuances with nougat, cashews and wafer biscuits sliding in. Layered with fine ginger spices and a grapefruit tang, don't serve this too cold and you'll see it at its best. Pour me another, there is a lot to like here.
Drink to five years+
92/100
Region: Orange