Trentham Estate Chardonnay 2025 bare-winemakers Fox Creek used the geology

Fox Creek used the geology map

but the brooding style is going to take some time to come into its own

The wine has well integrated oak

based mostly on the 2020 vintage there is also 25% of reserve wines (predominantly from 2019) in the final blend & 35% of the base wine is fermented in old traditional 228 litre Burgundian barrels

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Trentham Estate Chardonnay 2025 bare-winemakers Fox Creek used the geologyLight straw green with sweet peach and grilled citrus aromas complementing the soft, spicy oak on the nose. The generous palate offers hazelnut & nectarine with hints of spicy preserved lemon with a long and elegant finish. Enjoy with grilled trout, nioise salad or juicy roast chicken.