Full-bodied white, pale straw in colour. Lifted aromas of rockmelon, white stone fruit, and vanilla bean. A complex layered palate, showing white peach and nectarine flavours, beautifully balanced with textured oak. The creamy mid-palate evolves into a long and mineral finish.

Welcome to our latest release in theMéthode range. V2022Méthode Oakre Chardonnay. A trial to explore the influence of different types and ages of oak barrels on the resultant wine. The grapes were harvested and quickly pressed into 3 types of oak for fermentation; One new 300L French Hogshead 300L, one old 500L Puncheon and one 225L barrique previously used for Cabernet Sauvignon. The resultant wine is complex, combining biscuit and melon fruit with a hint of ‘Ochre’ colour and tannin complexity. A savoury style of Chardonnay combines biscuit and melon fruits, with a subtle oak influence. The palate is complex with the new oak adding toastiness, the old oak extending the mid-palate and the red wine barrel adding a hint of ‘ochre’ colour and tannin complexity. An overall balanced and elegant wine that is textural and intriguing.

An uncommonly precise and focused Chardonnay, packed with nuance, elegance and poise. There's the crystalline acidity holding the wine together and off it hangs grapefruit, hints of camomile, notes of toasty oak barrels and a fine texture running the length of the wine.