Bannockburn chardonnay is becoming more and more refined - and, most likely, more and more ageworthy. Interesting to read Michael Glover’s comment - in the notes accompanying this wine - that ‘one third of the wine has gone through malolactic fermentation. As we pick our chardonnay at lower and lower Baume, I believe this malolactic influence is becoming more and more desirable to assist with mid palate texture and weight’.
The wine itself is characterised by its length. Great rush of flavour and tang through the finish. Refreshing and exciting. This comes after a seductive, cedary, nectarine-like mid palate. Though of course, back at the start, it’s alive with (white) peachy, leesy, spicy scent. I loved this wine. It needs another couple of years to strut its stuff properly, but it’s all headed in the right direction. Rated : 95 Points Alcohol : 13.5% Price : $52 Closure : Cork Drink : 2012 - 2017 By Campbell Mattinson; The Wine Front