2023 Landmark Chardonnay
Our legendary Landmark Series Chardonnay has benefited from a cooler ripening period, producing a wine with expressive aromatics and fresh, lively acidity. On the nose, it reveals notes of apricot, lemon peel, and oatmeal. The palate is refined and rounded, showcasing flavours of ripe pear and hints of roasted almonds, all wrapped up in bright acidity that dances to a persistent, focused finish.
This beautifully layered wine is perfect for any occasion and is best enjoyed with great company and even better times.
Alcohol: 12.80% pH: 3.57
R/S: 0.74 g/L TA: 5.60 g/L
- Regular price
- $24.99
- Sale price
- $24.99
- Regular price
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Perfect pairing
With its round palate and lively acidity, this wine is a versatile partner for various dishes. Its bright notes complement buttery crayfish (lobster) tails, seared scallops, and flaky pan-fried halibut. It will also pair wonderfully with creamy pasta dishes such as fettuccine Alfredo or a rich clam and bacon risotto.
Winemaking
Crafted from a blend of clones 95 and Mendoza, the fruit was carefully harvested in the cool of the morning to preserve its delicate flavours and natural acidity. After harvest, the grapes were gently pressed, and the juice was then fermented and aged for eight months in a mix of 25% new and 75% older French oak barriques. By carefully managing malolactic fermentation, we have created an elegantly textured Chardonnay with beautiful balance and a long, pure finish.
Expert Opinions
2023 Vintage
94 Points (5 Stars)
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
"Gorgeously composed and styled, the wine shows yellow peach, rockmelon, vanilla and hazelnut characters on the nose with a hint of oatmeal complexity. The palate delivers excellent weight and fleshy texture, beautifully framed by bright acidity, finishing long and satisfying. At its best: now to 2030."
2023 Vintage
91 Points | Premium
Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier
"An enticing bouquet with scents of baking spices and nut, some gentle smoky wood tones , lees then ripe stone fruits and apple. Nicely weighted with a creamy texture, medium+ acidity and flavours of stone fruits and citrus. The spice layers reflect the bouquet as does the gentle smoky wood quality. Balanced, well made and ready to drink from 2024 through 2028."
2023 Vintage
91 Points
James Suckling
"An attractive chardonnay with brioche and cooked-apple character as well as just a touch of salted flan. It’s medium-bodied with some tension and a medium finish."
2022 Vintage
94 Points (5 Stars)
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
"It’s elegantly complex on the nose showing apricot, lemon peel, oatmeal, nougat and roasted cashew characters, leading to a gorgeously rounded palate offering refined mouthfeel and bright acidity, finishing persistent and focused. Beautifully layered with delectable flavours and textures. At its best: now to 2028."