The 2023 Chardonnay from Bunderra Estate is a standout offering from their Boyup Brook Vineyard. Upon opening the bottle, a delightful bouquet of stone fruit, citrus, and a hint of toasty oak immediately captivates the senses. As you take your first sip, the wine reveals a sophisticated and elegant structure that perfectly balances weight and richness with notes of ripe peach, subtle spice, and vanillin oak flavours. The gentle acidity uplifts the entire experience, creating a harmonious palate that lingers long after each sip.
This exquisite wine is a testament to Bunderra Estate's commitment to producing exceptional vintages that showcase the unique terroir of their Boyup Brook Vineyard.
This Chardonnay is not only an indulgence for the senses but also an example of craftsmanship and dedication to quality winemaking.
Note: Contains sulphites
AWARDS:
2024 The Australian SIngle Vineyard Wine Show - Silver Medal (90 Points)
2024 Southern Forests & Valleys Wine Show - Bronze Medal (86 Points)
2024 My Vintner WA Boutique and Single Vineyard Wine Show - Bronze (85 Points)
2023 Chardonnay - 12 Bottles
VINEYARD & WINEMAKING
This chardonnay was picked in pristine conditions in mid-March 2023.
The fruit was destemmed and pressed, the juice transferred directly into French 225l barriques and temperature controlled to ensure a slow fermentation process with a mix of natural (wild) yeast and cultured yeasts which gave rise to the development of complex flavours and textural weight.
Post fermentation the lees were stirred gently weekly until the balance between oak, lees and fruit characters was achieved. No malolactic fermentation was carried out with all the natural acidity preserved.
THE WINE
The wine shows a lifted bouquet of stone fruit and citrus with an underlay of toasty spice.
The palate displays nice citrus flavours supported by barrel ferment characters which add complexity and add to the long flavoursome finish.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Alc: 13.5% pH: 3.38 TA: 5.9 g/L Cellaring: Up to 12 years