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2022 Nocturne Treeton Chardonnay, Margaret River

( £31, 13%, 92 or More, Oz Wines, Parched )

Is Chardonnay Australia’s finest white variety? Riesling and Semillon lovers might disagree, but I reckon so. This one comes from two vineyards in the landlocked Margaret River sub-region of Treeton and is a beautifully judged wine from Julian Langworthy’s personal project.  Textured, aromatic and finely wooded, it has layers of cream, citrus, apricot and wet stones, plenty of zip and energy and a focused, mouth-watering finish.

BuyDrinking window: 2025-30Similar Wines: £30-40, 90-94, Australia, White, Chardonnay