2023 Howard Park Chardonnay
$66.00
The Howard Park Chardonnay is selected from our Allingham vineyard, located in the southern reaches of the Margaret River region between the hamlets of Witchcliffe and Karridale. This part of Margaret River is the Karridale sub-region as proposed by Dr. John Gladstones. Here, the higher degree of cloud cover and prevailing southerly breezes facilitate a long, gentle ripening and the full evolution of flavour and fine structure that define the region’s finest Chardonnay.
Margaret River
TASTING NOTE
Vintage
The complex nose will conjure an array of emotional responses, with signature scents of white grapefruit and nectarine wrapped up with nutmeal, vanilla, musk, Earl Grey tea leaves and struck match. The palate is expressive and sinuous, delivering richness counterbalanced by clean citrus acidity. The playful unwinding of fresh ripe fruits against a background of melding bakery, spice, nut and mineral accents conjures images of the great still-life paintings, and the length and persistence of flavours allows for the time for considered reflection that inspired creations deserve.
Food Match
A lovely partner to creamy rich pasta, this Chardonnay also pairs well with vegetarian Asian fare - try dashi broth with kombu and shiitake mushrooms, or tempura vegetables with tentsuyu dipping sauce.
Recommended Cellaring
Drink now or cellar for 5 to 7 years.
Variety Details
Chardonnay
