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Pale yellow in colour. Complex nose of yellow peach, nectarine, a dash of citrus, nutty oak, and a little vanilla. The palate has a lot going on - slightly tangy fruit, good supporting acid, a touch of creaminess or texture (presumably from time on lees), and the wine is medium bodied while retaining a line of flavour through to the finish.

Excellent wine which will easily go another 5 years.

Now a mature yellow gold in colour.

Surprisingly, many of the features of my previous tasting note remain, after 6 years. Peach and nectarine fruits are still reasonably fresh (although developing), and the vanilla and nutty oak aromas mesh well with the fruits.

The palate still holds some zingy cotrus fruit in among the more developed and savoury notes, and there's a some texure / mouthfeel that adds to the complexity and interest. Medium length and a satisfying finish.

Wonderful balance for a 10 year old chardonnay.

Cheers
Allan