Ranked #4 of 47 2021 Chardonnay from Mornington Peninsula
96/100
5 Stars
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Gabrielle Poy
Notes of oyster shells, fennel and baked golden delicious apples on the nose. It’s a finely styled palate, flavours of apples, grapefruit pith and sweet spices are in the mix. This carries a lot of flavours yet it doesn’t feel weighty, rather it's seamless and elegant in its composure. There's a thrilling sense to the purity of fruit, winemaking work supports and doesn't overshadow. It's edgy and tense and feels very young. Give this time to come into itself, although it's a head-turning drop right now. Pockets of saline acidity emerge on the finish
Tasted: 31/01/2023
Drink: 2023 to 2035
95 Points James Halliday
As of vintage 2021, all MRE labels have undergone a respectful modest facelift, just fresher and more modern. The wine is still stamped strongly with the estate DNA. Ripe stone fruit, lemon and grilled peach, a little flinty, creamy and a touch of oyster shell brininess. The palate fleshes out with lots of texture yet the fine acidity keeps this on an even keel. Lovely. Drink to 2031.
Jane Faulkner. August, 2023