{"product_id":"2024-redbrook-estate-chardonnay","title":"2024 Redbrook Estate Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecolour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemarkably vibrant and youthful in condition – something that Redbrook Chardonnay wines are renowned for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma \u0026amp; Palate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine that consistently achieves the rare feat of layers of complexity and texture with tremendous fruit flavour whilst retaining a super youthful condition and bright, refreshing flavours and natural acidity. A standout trait considering the warm nature of the 2024 vintage in Margaret River.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry malt, fresh toast and struck match complexity from wild barrel fermentation on solids with citrus, toasted oatmeal and a touch of zesty lemon butter on the palate. A powerful yet sophisticated Chardonnay wine from the Redbrook stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecellaring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill continue to develop for at least five to ten years from vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage in Margaret River commenced very early due to the prolonged 7month period of warmer and drier than average months that commenced in Spring (Oct) 2023 and continued throughout the entire Summer and into mid-Autumn (April) 2024. Our 19th January Chardonnay pick was the earliest we have started by 5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortunately, our vineyards are mature and located on ideal soil types and did not miss a beat during these challenging warm and dry conditions that the 2024 vintage presented due to the root systems being deep and far reaching and the vine canopies being protected from warm winds. Although yields were a touch down (which further encouraged an early harvest), flavour intensity and acid retention was superb and we are particularly excited in seeing how our Chardonnay wines mature in the months and years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ewinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit for this wine is of the Gin Gin and 3 and 5 clones. Gin Gin is renowned for producing powerful Chardonnay wines in Margaret River whilst retaining a beautiful acid line whereas clones 3 and 5 have a finer, flintier profile with a lovely limey acid line through the wine. The inclusion of more clone 3 and 5 fruit was ideal due to the nature of the 2024 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the decision was made to pick, the fruit was selectively hand picked with the fruit then being cooled in a cold room to 8C before loading the small press with the whole bunches. The fruit was then gently squeezed and the cool, turbid juice went directly into French oak barrels for wild fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intensity of fruit flavour was matched with 24% of the wine being fermented and matured in new French oak of which half was puncheon sized (500L) and the other half barrique (228L) – from the Francois Frere and Truil \/ Brive Cooperages. The balance was matched to 1–3yr French oak puncheons. Following wild fermentation, each barrel was chilled and lightly sulfured (no MLF) and was then was stirred and topped fortnightly for 3 months and then monthly for another 8 months. Each barrel was then tasted to determined what was selected for inclusion into the final blend. The blend then spent a further 7 months on yeast lees to achieve the desired texture before being bottled under screw cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eregion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMargaret River \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evariety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eanalysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 13.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 3.02\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity: 7.66 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaked red snapper with garlic and thyme butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eRoyal Adelaide Wine Show 2026\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"RAWS 2026\"]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"RAWS 2026\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost Outstanding White Wine of Show\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Chardonnay in Show\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[split]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eRay Jordan, WA Wine Review 2026\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaptures what has become something of a house style. It’s a wine of power and drive, and layered complexity. In this case, the aromatic mix of nectarine and peach, with some light grapefruit and citrus, immediately engages. The palate displays richness with a savoury element, providing balance and accentuating the tight lines through to the finish. There’s a gentle butterscotch honeycomb character there underpinning some vibrant, lively fruit. It’s an excellent wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[points rating=\"95\" title=\"Ray Jordan 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evans \u0026 Tate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50575566110790,"sku":"0504CHA24D67","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1139\/8708\/files\/ET-RB-EST-Chard.jpg?v=1791770159","url":"https:\/\/fogartyhall.wine\/products\/2024-redbrook-estate-chardonnay","provider":"Fogarty Hall Fine Wine Estates","version":"1.0","type":"link"}