COLERE ASHMORE CHARDONNAY 2020

This style is influenced by two clones, the softer acidity of clone B95 which imparts charm and accessibility and the Mendoza clone with its small, intensely flavoured bunches with abundant acidity providing the concentration and structure.

95% whole bunch pressed juice stainless steel primary fermentation, with 30% moving to older oak puncheon towards the end of ferment. 5% skin fermentation to complement and enhance phenolics. Left on fine lees for 12 months before racking to stainless steel to stabilize (full MLF) and settle for a further three months. 15months on fine lees before bottling without fining or filtration, 50mg/ total sulphites, vegan friendly.

Here is what they say 

“The wine is harmoniously balanced, with well-proportioned elements supported by a seamless, soft line of acidity, driving a textural, long, complex closing. Refined and effortless.”

“Showing a distinctive golden straw hue. Attractive and ripe on the nose with aromas of yellow plum, stone-fruit, golden delicious apple and subtle biscuit notes. A superbly textured, well-poised wine with delicious nashi-pear flavours, vibrant, saline acidity, judicious oak handling and great drink-ability.”

“Big scents: peach compote, baked apple, green edge… lovely, lively palate – sweet stone fruit, whispers of green, texture is lovely, some fatness and resistance, great length, fruit grows in the mouth, the green tinge is well done” Excellent