The Olive Grove Chardonnay, d’Arenberg
A modern style of Chardonnay, with great balance between crisp and savoury fruit, and subtly integrated oak. Aromas of nectarine, green apple, vanilla and roasted nuts dominate on the nose, whilst the palate has an initial hit of creaminess, followed by stone fruit, white flowers and a hint of sea spray. Nutty nuances and vanilla notes perpetuate through a long, dry finish.
Since European settlement in the 1840’s, olive trees have thrived in McLaren Vale. They are alongside roads, in gardens and occasionally, in the middle of our Chardonnay vineyards blocking our harvester!
Small batches of grapes are gently crushed, chilled, and then basket pressed. To add complexity and mouthfeel the wine is fermented and matured in a mixture of French and American oak for seven months.
Approachable in youth, serve with a moderate chill but not too cold to fully appreciate the generosity of the flavours and mouthfeel.
Perfect with Antipasti, asparagus, chicken and fish.
