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Lambert Wines

2022

Chardonnay

Yarra Valley - Australia
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About

The 2022 vintage marks a change in the fruit source for this wine from the Tibooburra Vineyard to the Denton Vineyard. Luke consults as the head winemaker at Denton, and his Syrah and Nebbiolo both come from this vineyard as well. The granite soils of the Denton Vineyard are most evident in the Chardonnay wines.  This unique micro-climate and soil profile contribute lots of freshness and mineral florals, framed by fine acidity.

The fruit was handpicked in the early morning hours and whole-bunch pressed with full solids to stainless steel tanks for alcoholic and malolactic fermentation to occur without any additions. It remained there for three weeks, and then was then sent to 15-50hL old French foudre for aging. Luke loves to bring texture to Chardonnay and given the often high acidity it is welcomed. He will stir the lees 3-4 times a day for two months and then drop it to daily battonage over the next two months. After eight months of aging the barrels were racked to tank and left to settle naturally. The wine was bottled with a small addition of sulfur and without fining or filtration.

Stats

  • Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
  • Vineyard: Denton Vineyard
  • Vine Age: 18-years-old
  • Soil Type: Granitic sand over granite rock
  • Viticulture: Practicing Organic
  • Fermentation: Native –stainless steel
  • Skin Contact: None
  • Aging: 8 months in 30+-year-old 15-50hL French foudre
  • Alcohol: 12%
  • pH: 3.17
  • Total Acidity: 6.5 g/L
  • Total SO2: 70 ppm
  • Total Production: 250 cases

Tasting Note

Light, green-tinged gold. Aromas of flint, talc, river stone, jasmine and citrus meld into a mineral swish in the mouth. Gentle stone fruits and cut hay are the primary flavors on the palate. The finish is supple and intensely floral with excellent clarity and lift provided by juicy acidity and a jolt of smoky minerals.

Press & Reviews

Vinous

96

"A picture of poise and style, the wild and free 2022 Chardonnay is a delight, with subtle popcorn, grapefruit, floral and nectarine aromas seamlessly intertwined with quality oak. Tangy with bite, it’s finely tuned and incredibly detailed, showing reserved power. Savory oatmeal and oat bran layers build, opening up with French nougat and a finish topped with subtle tones. Stunning.”

- Angus Hughson
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