Cherubino Margaret River Chardonnay 2023 6x75cl

Aromas of roasted nuts, peach, and sweet citrus blossom, along with complex oak spices. Flavors of citrus, mineral salts, and a long, fine acidity.

Vineyards

North facing vineyards in Margaret RIver with diverse soils.

Vintage

The Margaret River region experienced a cool and dry season with excellent winter rains, which allowed for good yields and exceptional quality in both whites and reds. The whites, in particular, were outstanding with bright acidity and intense fruit flavours, earning a rating of 8.5/10. The reds were also impressive, with good structure and a rating of 8/10.

Winemaking

The fruit was hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed directly into 60% new French oak, 40% 1 year old French oak from a combination of forests - Vosges, Troncais and Allier. Juice is naturally fermented in barrel with only 10% allowed to go through full malolactic fermentation.