Montalto Vineyard & Olive Grove - Chardonnay
2001 Montalto Chardonnay - Tasted May 2010
Vibrant golden straw in colour. Honeyed fruit with a mix of toasted marshmallow and grilled nuts. Slight heat on back palate. Drink now. (CORK)
2002 Montalto Chardonnay - Tasted May 2010
Intense deep golden colour. Toasted notes with hints of oatmeal and stewed pineapple. This wine displays notable bottle age and is perfect for those who enjoy fully mature Chardonnay. (CORK)
2003 Montalto Chardonnay - Tasted May 2010
Deep gold in colour. Displaying development aromas of toffee, candied citrus rind, almond meal and grilled nuts. On the palate aged fruit and softening acids suggests immediate consumption before too long. This is the wine for coniessuers of the old school styles. (CORK)
2004 Montalto Chardonnay - Tasted May 2010
Golden straw. Tangerine and grapefruit aromas with support of cashew and almonds provide an interesting combination for the senses. A solid acid structure gives this wine balance and finesse. Subtle spice lingers on the palate indicating how well this wine would match with food. Developing very well with the possibility for further aging. (CORK)
2005 Montalto Chardonnay - Tasted May 2010
Bright yellow with pristine clarity. This wine shows a glorious combination of fresh fruit particularly grapefruit with enhancements from development characters of struck match balanced with a little spicy oak. A fuller mouth feel than previous vintages with refreshing acids. An elegant wine that's just going to get better. (STELVIN)
2006 Montalto Chardonnay - Tasted May 2010
Pale straw with a green hue. A classic style of Chardonnay displaying a variety of tropical fruit aromas with a richness of brioche and butter. A savoury palate is balanced with ripe peach, crisp acid and strong support from careful use of oak. This wine shows huge potential for the future. (STELVIN)
2007 Montalto Chardonnay - Tasted May 2010
Luscious light gold in colour. Bright tropical fruits with banana and vanilla pod aromas show through to the palate where this wine comes to life with cleansing acid and a luscious mouth feel. Will definitely integrate over the short term providing excellent drinking 3-5 from now. (STELVIN)