MAYFIELD 'EIGHTEEN FIFTEEN' 2023 CHARDONNAY ($37 / Orange NSW)
This release pays homage to the original release & from the same vineyard blocks.
The initial palate channels melony fruit & apricot kernel flavours.
The vibrant freshness of typical cool-climate Chardonnay characters is supported by French oak flavours and creamy malolactic palate roundness.
This is an upper tier, very refreshing young Chardonnay of grip, length, texture and quality.
All the current generous youthful attributes will also reward some cellaring.
Gilbert Labour