Mcwilliam'S Mcw 480 Chardonnay 2018

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Mcwilliam'S
Label Name:
 
Mcw 480 Chardonnay
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Tumbarumba, New South Wales
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
McW and related McWilliam’s ranges have received regional competition listings and awards

Tasting Note
Citrus-driven and textural with white-peach and stone-fruit notes, crisp cool-climate acidity and a lingering, slightly mineral finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast chicken, beurre blanc scallops, creamy mushroom pasta. Asian: miso-glazed salmon, sushi (fatty fish), Thai-style prawn dishes, steamed white fish with ginger and soy.

Production Method
Fruit from cool, high‑altitude (≈480m) sites; gentle pressing, cool fermentation (stainless) with light oak maturation for texture.

Vineyard Info
McWilliam’s family winery (founded 1877) sources cool‑climate fruit from Tumbarumba for its McW 480 range, named for the vineyard altitude. Brand has long Hanwood estate heritage.