Windowrie Wines 'Sakura' Chardonnay 2023
Primary flavours
Nectarine
Yellow Apple
Buttery
Cashew
Creamy
Pencil Shavings
Details
The 'Sakura' Chardonnay sits nicely in the slightly oaked camp, with plenty of cashew nut complexity and a touch of pencil shaving coming through. Behind that layer of oak is some delicate fruit with nectarines and yellow apple fruit tones coming through. This is a lovely, modern style of Chardy.
Windowrie is a pioneering western NSW winery that has cleverly turned their whole world around to become a fully organic and minimal intervention producer with a whole swag of clever wines in their portfolio. Still run by the forward-thinking O'Dea family, this estate has the ultimate desire to 'live in a chemical-free, sustainable environment that reflect where we are and what we believe in. While Canowindra is known as the ballooning capital of Australia, you there's more than hot air here. We like the colourful range of classy wines under the 'Sakura' range and the 'Pig in the House' range is a delightful expression of wines made under the hands-off banner.
Windowrie is a pioneering western NSW winery that has cleverly turned their whole world around to become a fully organic and minimal intervention producer with a whole swag of clever wines in their portfolio. Still run by the forward-thinking O'Dea family, this estate has the ultimate desire to 'live in a chemical-free, sustainable environment that reflect where we are and what we believe in. While Canowindra is known as the ballooning capital of Australia, you there's more than hot air here. We like the colourful range of classy wines under the 'Sakura' range and the 'Pig in the House' range is a delightful expression of wines made under the hands-off banner.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
Central Ranges
country
Australia
Grape type
Chardonnay
Wine Maker
Windowrie Wines
Alcohol
12.5%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
3-5 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Organic
Temperature
Chilled 8°C-10°C
State
NSW
Pairing guide
The winemakers at Windowrie winery have truly knocked it out of the park with this characterful Chardonnay, which perfectly encapsulates all we love about this most noble of white wine varieties. It’s a beautiful choice for pairing with creamy French cheeses like brie and camembert, and it’s also excellent with richer creamy potato dishes, pasta favourites like carbonara, and curries made with coconut cream, ginger, chilli and herbs. Chunkier white fish and richer seafood recipes will also taste fabulous with this wine, and we also loved it with pork chops and roast poultry.
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Food
Seafood
Cheese
Tastes
Rich
Moods
You'll know when
Seasons
Winter
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Central Ranges, Australia
The Central Ranges wine region is located in New South Wales, Australia. It is known for producing a wide range of very high-quality wine styles, including Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Semillon. The region has a diverse range of climates, soil types, and altitudes, which allows for a variety of grape-growing conditions across a number of different, exciting styles. The Central Ranges region is home to many small, family-run wineries and larger, more commercial operations. The area is popular with tourists, and many wineries offer tastings and tours of their facilities.
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