Shaw & Smith M3 Chardonnay

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A sophisticated, high-altitude Chardonnay that balances power with restraint. It is bright and energetic, offering a complex nose of lemon pith, white nectarine, and grapefruit with subtle notes of ginger snap and cashew. The palate is precise and textured, showing remarkable tension and a long, saline finish.

Region: Adelaide Hills, South Australia.

Vintage: 2023.

Style: Dry White Wine

Grapes: 100% Chardonnay (sourced from the Piccadilly, Lobethal, and Lenswood vineyards).

Fermentation: Hand-picked grapes were chilled and whole-bunch pressed. The juice underwent fermentation in a combination of new and used French oak barriques and puncheons using both indigenous and selected yeasts.

Filtration: The wine underwent partial malolactic fermentation and was matured on lees for 9 months with regular stirring (battonage) before being blended and lightly filtered prior to bottling.

Alcohol: 12.5%.

Farming: Sustainable viticulture; Shaw & Smith focus on soil health and low yields, moving towards organic practices across their estate vineyards.

Allergens: Contains sulphites; may contain traces of milk or egg (used as traditional fining agents).

Pairing Suggestion: Ideally suited to herb-roasted poultry, grilled sea bass with caper butter, or a creamy white fish risotto.