De Bortoli Windy Peak Yarra Valley Chardonnay
Introducing the finest sub-$15 chardonnay that’s hit the ground since Armchair Critic Under & Over Tumbarumba Chardonnay made its debut splash in Wine Taste Weekly eleven months ago. Varietal definition of white peach is framed in the taut, zesty structure of the cool 2011 vintage. With a whip crack of acidity and a chalky mineral finish, this is a budget Chablis stand-in, with the vivacity to kick off proceedings right away – and the stamina to cellar a few years, too. We all need a few bottles on standby. $11 at Wine List Australia, Nillumbik Cellars, Jim’s Cellars, Aussie Wines and No Frills Wine.
By Tyson Stelzer
19 Apr 2012
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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