2021 Nepenthe Apex Chardonnay

Name: 2021 Nepenthe Apex Chardonnay
Brand: Nepenthe
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This Chardonnay has lifted notes of nectarine and peach. The palate unveils flavors of nectarine, white peach, subtle sweet spice, and hints of roasted nuts, leading to a textural mouthfeel and a long, zesty citrus finish. ‌

Overview

The fruit was pressed and then transferred to new and old fine grained French oak and fermented with two yeast strains to increase complexity.

After fermentation the wine was baton aged (lees stirred) for 3 months before allowing to mature for a further 10 months.

The wine was then clarified and bottled and allowed to settle in bottle before being released.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Bright, fresh aromas of Nectarine and peach.

Palate

Great intensity show flavours of nectarine then softer white peach with sweet spice and hints of roasted nuts. The textural mouthfeel then has a long zesty citrus like finish.