Felton Road, Block 2 Chardonnay other_regions_australia licorice and nut oils on

licorice and nut oils on the nose

matured 50% new tonneaux and 50% in stainless steel

its semi-opaque ruby color is followed by sensational notes of ripe currants and darker fruits

As it turns out

well defined and more understated than its peers

Felton Road, Block 2 Chardonnay other_regions_australia licorice and nut oils onThe 2008 Block 2 Chardonnay is more open at the moment revealing pronounced notes of meal and struck match with some apricots and lemon curd, green guava and toast plus a little chalk dust. Crisp, concentrated and medium bodied, this wine has a lovely satiny texture and a very long finish. It should be best from 2011 to 2016+. Winemaker Blair Walter continues to work his magic with the recent releases from Central Otagos most famous Estate. Theres not