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Crittenden

Crittenden Estate Cri de Coeur Chardonnay 2020

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Whole bunch pressed. Wild yeast. Barrel ferment. 11 months in second use French oak.
Pure fruited and finessed with acid steering the palate and subtle hints of toasty oak.
Drinking well now, can also be cellared until 2032.
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SKU: CRCR202010 UCAU
  • White

    Classification

  • Chardonnay

    Variety

  • 2020

    Vintage

  • 750ml (Bottle)

    Bottle Size

  • Australia

    Country

  • Victoria, Mornington Peninsula

    Region

  • 14.5%

    Alcohol %

  • 15 Plus Years

    Cellaring

Scores

95 / 100

"Whole-bunch pressed to French oak barriques (60% new) for wild ferment, 80% undergoing mlf, and 11 months’ aging. I can only imagine how tight and linear this would be without the mlf and new oak, as it’s still taut and bristling with nervous energy. It needs more time to add some flesh to its fine shape. A hint of grilled nuts and creamy lees bind to the lemon and white nectarine flavours. Racy across the palate thanks to the acidity, which keeps this bright and the finish long."
- James Halliday's Wine Companion




Tasting Notes

The 2020 season was punctuated by both the hardship and generosity that nature can provide. The season's naturally low yields and ideal ripening conditions have resulted in some examplary wines which will undoubtedly stand the test of time. The nose on the 2020 Chardonnay has lifted florals and citrus leading to white stone fruit. The palate is pure fruited with acid steering the palate and subtle hints of toasty oak.

Tasting Profile

  • Light
  • Full
  • Low Tannin
  • Tannic
  • Sweet
  • Dry
  • Low Acidity
  • High Acidity

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