The concept of wine being too fruity may seem far-fetched for a product made from grapes – especially given Australia's export success with fruity, "sunshine in a bottle"wines. But Australia's best chardonnay makers, including De Bortoli's Steve Webber, headed down this less fruity path a decade or more ago. Webber writes, "Whilst it is important to have nuance of variety and oak, the characters of site, season, texture and minerality are equally important to us." Webber's subtle, richly textured 2010 chardonnay is an affordable and excellent example of the style. Chris Shanahan, Canberra Times, July 2011

The hallmarks of it's quality are twofold: texture and finesse. It feels good as it patters along your tongue and then, just before it disappears down your throat, it begins to tip-toe it's way out through the finish. It does not lack flavour and it doesn't not lack length either, but it does have a delicate touch. It tastes of hazelnut and citrus, powdered milk and green nectarine / melon. It needs an extra year or two in the bottle but time will see it build. Decanting is advised. 94 Points; Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front, July 2011