A near perfect growing season, aside from a small storm in late October which brought some wind and hail. Spring was warm and dry, followed by a very hot December. Milder conditions through January ripened the grapes nicely, and saw the team commencing harvest in early February. The chardonnay was picked first, with the fruit displaying pristine freshness, fruit concentration and bright varietal expression.

NOSE

Grapefruit, white nectarine, earthy florals, toastiness

PALATE

Sweet lemon, grapefruit zest, complex, mineral

FOOD MATCH

Grilled white fish, asparagus, summer vegetables

OAK

French oak, 9 months, 36% new, 38% 1-year-old

COLOUR

Pale straw

ORGANIC STATUS

Certified Organic

Voyager Estate Chardonnay 2021