2003 Chardonnay

Soft, smooth and seamless peach and melon fruit with superb barrel ferment characters.

  • Awards:

    Silver (Royal Hobart);
    5 Stars 94 points (James Halliday’s 2006 Wine Companion;
    Bronze (Royal Perth & Mt Barker)

  • Region:

    100% Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River.

  • Colour:

    Hamelin Bay`s 2003 Chardonnay shows a pale straw yellow hue.

  • Bouquet:

    Aromas of wet slate and citrus mineral are complemented by hints of pear, butterscotch and a mealy nuttiness.

  • Palate:

    The palate is a medium to full weight with upfront to middle orientation, which will extend into the back palate with maturity. The oak shows more restraint than previous years, giving a seamless structure.

  • Source:

    Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River

  • Vintage Characteristics:

    Mild dry vintage.

  • Vinification:

    100% barrel fermentation and matured.Suggested best 2005 to 2008;

  • Cellaring Potential:

    Suggested best 2005 to 2008;

  • Oak Treatment:

    35% new french oak.

  • Serving Suggestion:

    Enjoy with mushroom risotto and butter sautéed asparagus.

  • Alcohol:

    13.5%

  • Sweetness:

    Dry

  • Residual Sugar:

    1.4g/L

  • pH:

    3.4

  • Acidity:

    6.6g/L

  • Harvest Date:

    March 2003

  • Bottling Date:

    February 2004

  • Tasting Notes:

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