2008 Wilyabrup Chardonnay

There can be no question that the more of Australia’s superior Chardonnay emanates from the Margaret River wine region. Or that the Wilyabrup sub-region has an outstanding pedigree for Chardonnay.

Lenton Brae also has a special affinity with Wilyabrup Chardonnay, celebrating 19 consecutive vintages of growing and vinifying with the release of the 2008 Wilyabrup Chardonnay.

The 2008 growing season was warm and dry with the Chardonnay from this vintage exhibiting classic concentration and depth of flavour. 2008 offers an interesting foil to the 2007 vintage being lighter in body, but similar in fruit intensity. Both vintages also share superb balance with great persistence.

This release varies only slightly but significantly from previous years. It comprises about 30% of the 'Bernard' clones, originally sourced from Burgundy. Their inclusion brings lifted aromatics with a finer balance and flavour complexity to the palate at a lower alcohol level, complementing the power and texture of the 'Gin Gin' clone.

The 2008 is a continuation towards a more refined, elegant and balanced wine aimed at accessibility upon release whilst providing drinking pleasure over a number of years.

Since 1992 the Lenton Brae Chardonnay has been awarded six trophies, twelve gold and seven silver medals in regional, state and national wine shows.

Price: $45.00