Plantagenet Wyjup Collection Chardonnay 2022

This is all from the Wyjup vineyard and there is a mix of old and younger plantings, with about 2/3 coming from the 79 planting. It was all handpicked and whole bunch pressed to barrel with full solids. It was stirred monthly with about 40% of the oak new. Thijs is an intense and powerful wine with rich textured fruit. Lemon curd and roasted almond. A small amount of malo naturally happens, adding that extra middle palate weight and lifted complexity. Has a fine mineral threading through with a rich palate mouth feel. The dry savoury finish is perfectly balanced with a funky solids influence.