I recently ordered in a mixed dozen from Vintage Cellars - which was a first - good discount, reasonably timely delivery and they send to PO boxes which is borderline essential. The inspiration was an article on Chardonnay on the wonderful Drinkster blog of Philip White. I was intrigued by the chance to get Kinzbrunner-created chardonnay at terrestial prices and also see what famous winemakers do in their spare time for corporate retail giants.
I'm pleased to say the '09 Ballewindi Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula, VIC - $28) by Sandro Mosele was a very smart introduction to the range. The nose was set up with ripe fruit in the peachy scale but with some slatey character there too. The palate was very well put together, tight and just slightly unctuous but with a classically grown-up mealy dry finish. Roll on Rick.
groove city cobber! Sandro is the Jesus of Mornington.
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