Woody Nook Chardonnay 2025

Tasting Notes

The 2025 Oaked Chardonnay presents a pale gold hue, reflecting its barrel maturation. The nose is a beautiful blend of fresh apple, sweet melon, and a hint of toasted oak, which adds an inviting complexity to the bouquet.

On the palate, the wine offers a harmonious balance of melon and stone fruit, with a creamy mouthfeel that comes from full malolactic fermentation. The fresh green apple acidity provides a crisp, refreshing finish, while the subtle oak notes lend a touch of warmth and depth. The wine’s well-structured profile ensures its potential for medium-term cellaring, where it will continue to develop.

Food Pairing

• Seafood: A fantastic match for creamy seafood dishes like lobster or crab.
• Poultry: Pairs beautifully with roasted chicken in herb and lemon sauce.
• Cheese: Complements rich cheeses like Brie, Camembert, or a cream cheese.
• Pasta: Perfect alongside a creamy mushroom risotto or pasta with a delicate cream-based sauce.

Best Serving Temp

Serve the 2021 Oaked Chardonnay at 10°C to 12°C to enhance its balance of fruit, oak, and acidity.

• If stored at room temperature (22°C): Place the bottle in the fridge for 45-60 minutes before serving to bring it to the ideal temperature.
• If stored in the fridge (5°C): Remove the bottle about 15 minutes before serving to allow it to warm slightly to the perfect drinking temperature.

Additional Information

• Grape Variety: Chardonnay
• Region: Margaret River, Western Australia
• Alcohol: 13.5% by Vol | 8.1 Standard Drinks
• Cellaring Potential: 5-7 years for further development and complexity
• Closure: Screwcap
• Maturation: Aged in 100% French oak barrels with full malolactic fermentation and monthly lees stirring

Technical Terms Explained

• French Oak: A type of oak used in winemaking to age the wine. It imparts subtle flavours of vanilla, spice, and toast, adding complexity.
• Malolactic Fermentation: A secondary fermentation where harsh malic acid (found in green apples) is converted into softer lactic acid, resulting in a creamier texture.
• Lees Stirring: The process of periodically stirring the lees (dead yeast cells) during maturation to add richness and mouthfeel to the wine.
• Screwcap: A closure used to seal bottles, offering a secure seal and ensuring consistent wine quality, especially for wines meant for aging.

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