The Flyingwinemaker Charodnnay 2023

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
The Flyingwinemaker
Label Name:
 
Charodnnay
Vintage:
 
2023
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Margaret River
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) 2025 — Silver Medal, 94 points; Wine Pilot review — 92 points (Ray Jordan); multiple retailers list scores in the low 90s

Tasting Note
Crisp, linear Chardonnay—bright kaffir lime, grapefruit, white nectarine and pineapple with subtle smoky vanilla oak, light chalky texture and focused acidity leading to a long, refreshing finish.

Food Pairing
Western: smoked salmon, roast chicken, creamy pasta, grilled prawns. Asian: pork dumplings/siu mai, sushi/sashimi, steamed fish, light Chinese or Japanese chicken dishes.

Production Method
Minimal-intervention: grapes gently pressed; juice fermented in stainless steel and older French oak; aged on lees for several months; subtle oak integration and minimal filtration to preserve freshness.

Vineyard Info
The Flying Winemaker (founded by Eddie McDougall in 2011) is a modern négociant sourcing fruit from premium Margaret River vineyards. Focuses on terroir-driven, approachable wines for international markets.