{"product_id":"chardonnay","title":"2023 Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2023 Ringer Reef Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023 Ringer Reef Chardonnay is a dry, medium to full-bodied white wine from Victoria’s Alpine Valleys. Fermented and matured in oak, using a mix of new and older barrels, it has subtle stonefruit aromas, a soft creamy palate and delicate oak length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome components went through malolactic fermentation, which gives the wine a gentle roundness without making it feel heavy. There are lots of different flavours here, but nothing over the top. It is a lovely white for cooler days, roast chicken dinners, cheese boards, Sunday lunch or anyone who enjoys Chardonnay with texture, balance and a bit of care behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWine details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alpine Valleys, Victoria\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety\/style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ringer Reef Winery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown\/made by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holm family, Porepunkah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.0%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to full\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subtle stonefruit, white peach, soft creaminess, delicate oak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented and matured in oak, using a mixture of new and older barrels. Some components went through malolactic fermentation, adding softness and creamy texture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest served:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly chilled\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicken, roast chicken, creamy cheese, cheese boards, richer white meat dishes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOccasion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooler days, Sunday lunch, relaxed dinners, cheese boards, gifts for Chardonnay lovers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy now or cellar until 2030\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $35 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is a good choice if you are looking for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea dry Victorian Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ean Alpine Valleys Chardonnay with gentle oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea medium to full-bodied Australian Chardonnay under $40\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea creamy Chardonnay that is not over the top\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea white wine to serve with chicken or cheese\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea cooler-weather white wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea Chardonnay with stonefruit, white peach and delicate oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea small-batch white wine from a family-run winery in Porepunkah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Chardonnay dry or sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a dry Chardonnay with subtle stonefruit aromas, a soft creamy palate and gentle oak character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this Chardonnay taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has subtle stonefruit and white peach flavours, a soft creamy texture and delicate oak length. There is plenty going on, but nothing feels too big or over the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Chardonnay oaky?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has delicate oak influence rather than heavy oak. The wine was fermented and matured in a mix of new and older barrels, giving it texture, length and softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is malolactic fermentation, and why does it matter here?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMalolactic fermentation is a natural winemaking process that can soften acidity and add a creamy texture. In this Chardonnay, only some components went through it, so the wine has softness without becoming too rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat food does this Chardonnay go with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt goes beautifully with chicken, roast chicken, creamy cheese, cheese boards and richer white meat dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this wine from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is made by Ringer Reef Winery in Porepunkah, in Victoria’s Alpine Valleys wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould this Chardonnay be served chilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, serve it lightly chilled. Too cold and you may miss some of the creamy texture and delicate oak character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I cellar this Chardonnay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is drinking well now and can be cellared until 2030.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIf you like this Chardonnay, you may also enjoy:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Rosé\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a dry, delicate wine with strawberry and rose petal notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a lighter red wine with elegance and food-friendly charm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Sparkling Pinot Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a dry traditional method sparkling wine with crisp apple, brioche and creaminess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ringer Reef Winery","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":41666513273022,"sku":"WFSB21CHAR-003","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2281\/8787\/products\/chardonnay_107ac367-d4ea-41a3-ad26-0ae088bd5393.png?v=1658124225","url":"https:\/\/ringerreef.com.au\/products\/chardonnay","provider":"Ringer Reef Winery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}