Country: Australia

Region: Yarra Valley

Grapes: Chardonnay

Vintage: 2018

ABV: 13%

Bottle size: 75cl

Viticulture: organic practices

Winemaking: 9 months in old oak

Vegan?: yes

A charming and well-crafted Chardonnay that shows minerality and depth. No new oak is used on this wine, ensuring it retains a restrained elegance and really exemplifies the deft skill of this Yarra Valley icon.

About the producer: Luke Lambert is part of recent wave of Australian winemakers looking to create wines in contrast to the traditional heavy style, aiming instead to show fresh acidity, pure fruit, and limited oak influence. He takes a very hands-on approach to his craft, intervening minimally in the actual wines, but carefully ensuring the best environment for the innate characteristics of the grapes to shine.