The Private Collection Chardonnay 2022 has alluring tropical fruit on the fore with notes of paw-paw, mango, and apricot roll complimented by citrus notes of lemon, lime and pineapple. The undertones display a bit of shortbread and biscotti. The wine has a smooth entry on the palate with zesty acidity and a balanced coating mouth feel.

The ripening period began slowly in 2022 with a few heat spells in the first few months of the year, the grapes ripened quickly and dropped a bit of their natural acidity. The younger block, planted on sandstone, brings a leaner palate and freshness to the blend, while the older block, on granite, brings more weight, texture, and density.

Tim Atkin Special Report- 90 Points