Hamelin Bay Wines

2016 HAMELIN BAY FIVE ASHES VINEYARD MARGARET RIVER CHARDONNAY

RRP $30 / 2031

Hand-picked, 18.5% whole bunches, the balance destemmed and crushed, 70% wild yeast, 30% cultured, 10 months in French oak (22% new). A chardonnay that brings together elegance with insistent power, and purity with complexity. The approach to winemaking reflects a significant degree of reliance on the quality of the fruit, but not to the extent of leaving things to the will of Allah. 12.8% alc

OWNER Richard Drake-Brockman What do you love about aged wine?

Our elegant chardonnay reflects the cool, maritime climate of Karridale in the southern Margaret River region where it is grown. Typically, it starts life with floral-citrus, subtle pear and spicy oak, and over time morphs into concentrated pear and light toasty oak.