McHenry Hohnen Calgardup Brook Chardonnay 2018

The vineyard lies on the south side of the Calgardup Brook which is a westerly flowing stream just south of Witchcliffe. With a gentle northerly aspect and the westerly influence this is a very good vineyard. Vineyard management takes a back to basics approach at McHenry Hohnen embracing sustainable 'Old School' practices that were used before the rise of intense agriculture.

The nose opens with notes of oyster shell and frangipani with delicate nashi pear and nectarine. On the palate, this Chardonnay shows a beautiful complexity both from wild fermentation and extended time on lees. A distinctive saline acidity also comes through and the length is excellent.