Markview Chardonnay NV

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Markview
Label Name:
 
Chardonnay NV 
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
New South Wales (Hunter Valley)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
Vivino average ~3. 3/5; 5–13%

Tasting Note
Pale straw with aromas of peach, white nectarine and pineapple, subtle vanilla-oak. Creamy mid-palate with bright citrus and stone-fruit, lively acidity and a soft, balanced finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast chicken, grilled salmon, creamy pasta, lobster with butter, Caesar salad. Asian: tempura, sashimi/sushi, teriyaki salmon, miso-glazed cod, lightly spiced coconut chicken.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Chardonnay pressed off skins, fermented to dryness (portion in French oak), lees stirring and partial malolactic fermentation, light fining and bottling.

Vineyard Info
McWilliam's is a long-established Australian family winery (est. 1877) based in New South Wales. Markview is their fruit-driven, value-focused range showcasing approachable Chardonnays.