Fraser Gallop Margaret River Wilyabrup Parterre Chardonnay
Fraser Gallop is now harvesting chardonnay at a slightly lower baumé than previously, which suits the generosity of the Gin Gin clone extremely well, producing a classy chardonnay of tense acidity and well-defined structure. This serves the double benefit of pulling its fruit profile back to delightfully fragrant lemon blossom and precise white peach fruit, even a suggestion of lime zest. It retains a confident undercurrent of grapefruit power, well supported by classy French oak, ensuring a long future. $25 at Wine Box Warehouse and Nicks.
By Tyson Stelzer
14 Feb 2013
Tyson Stelzer is a multi-award winning wine writer, television host and producer and international speaker. He was named The International Wine & Spirit Communicator of the Year, The Australian Wine Communicator of the Year and The International Champagne Writer of the Year. He is the author and publisher of seventeen wine books, contributor to many wine magazines, a frequent judge and chair at Australian wine shows and a presenter at wine events in 12 countries. TysonStelzer.com is your link to wine recommendations, book sales, tours and events.
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