Rosenthal Wines is a boutique winery located in Denmark on the south coast of Western Australia in the Great Southern wine region. Owned and operated by the Eckersley and Ladwig families. Best mates and winemakers Luke Eckersley and Coby Ladwig have held the reins of Rosenthal Wines since 2012. The brand was originally established in 2001 by Dr John Rosenthal with a small vineyard holding in Manjimup with a focus on Shiraz and Cabernet. Since 2012 the boys have increased production and added several vineyards to the fruit resources as well as a range of wines.

Brilliant medium straw. Lively bouquet of white peach and grapefruit with a touch of lemon blossom. The palate has a beautiful elegant and tight structure combining steely drive with stone fruit and funky wild ferment notes. A complex, rich Chardonnay with elegance and drive.

This is the top chardonnay from Rosenthal. It's been sourced from Mount Barker and displays the typical power and complexity of previous vintages albeit on a slightly lighter frame. Moves into a distinctive savoury zone with creamy stone fruit and brioche character emerging. The oak integration is superb, allowing the fruit to fully express itself. The early pick to avoid the heat has resulted in a wine of elegance and charm. Drink to: 2025-2034; Price: $90.00; Rating: 95 Points; Ray Jordan