I have a confession to make, I don’t like Chardonnay. Perhaps it was the $10 over-oaked examples at backyard bbqs that made me turn my back, or maybe the flabby unoaked styles from warmer climates? At any rate I have finally found a Chardonnay I would actually spend money on! Surprise, surprise (or perhaps no surprise), it comes from Meerea Park in the form of the Alexander Munro Chardonnay 2007.
Lemon, nectarine and a hint of vanilla waft out of the glass, zesty citrus and tart stone fruit flavours are complemented nicely by well managed vanilla oak. Great balance between fruit sweetness, acidity and oak flavours on the persistent finish.
Although I really enjoyed it as a young wine, at $35 I guess you are missing the point if you don’t let it age for a while, those in the know recommend 5-8 years from vintage.
Score: 91/100
Price: $35
Closure: Screwcap
Alcohol: 14%
Other Opinions: Meerea Park, Winorama, Winorama (Twice!)
Would I buy this wine?
Yes, will be interesting to see where it goes in 5+ years time.