D'Arenberg Lucky Lizard Chardonnay 2021

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
D'Arenberg
Label Name:
 
Lucky Lizard Chardonnay
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Adelaide Hills
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 91 points (2021). Retail notes mention show medals and positive reviews; cellaring potential to around 2028

Tasting Note
Pale straw with green hues. Stone fruit (peach, nectarine), citrus peel, white pepper and subtle vanilla from old French oak; fresh acidity and a round, textured mouthfeel with a focused, tangy finish.

Food Pairing
Grilled chicken, creamy pasta or roasted poultry (western); soft cheeses like Brie, butter-poached seafood, sashimi, sushi, tempura and stir-fried vegetables (Asian).

Production Method
Cool‑climate Adelaide Hills Chardonnay; gentle handling, small-batch fermentation with a touch of old French oak maturation for complexity and roundness.

Vineyard Info
Produced by d'Arenberg, a multi‑generational South Australian family winery (McLaren Vale origin) known for small-batch winemaking; Chester Osborn leads winemaking and the estate emphasizes attentive viticulture.