Ben Haines

Chardonnay 'Yarra Valley'

Chardonnay 'Yarra Valley'

Chardonnay Yarra Valley Ben Haines
  • 100% Chardonnay
  • Fruit sourced from Dixons Creek, 45 year old planting and dry farmed
  • Fine, silty grey clay loam over richer clay subsoil
  • Hand harvested
  • 70% whole bunch pressed, 30% destemmed, and lightly crushed to build structure and longevity 
  • Natural fermentation in old puncheon barrels (5+ year old)
  • 7 months on lees
  • Unfined and unfiltered

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
Australia
Region:
Victoria
Appellation:
Yarra Valley
Variety:
Chardonnay
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle AU-BEN-05-22 12/750ml

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Press & Reviews

Wine Spectator
Score
92
Date
2023-12-31
"Sleek and intense, with mouthwatering yuzu, green apple and pomelo flavors at the core, revealing details of sea salt, toasted herbs and a touch of sesame seed. Drink now. 600 cases made, 200 cases imported."