About Ashton Hills Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay 2021 750ML
Ashton Hills Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay 2021 opens with an inviting and complex bouquet of white peach, preserved lemon, and toasted brioche, underpinned by subtle struck flint and fresh cream. On the palate, this cool-climate Adelaide Hills expression is precise and tightly wound, delivering vibrant acidity that carries flavours of nectarine, grapefruit zest, and roasted cashew with admirable clarity. The oak integration is seamless — French barriques lending texture and spice without overwhelming the wine's inherent elegance. The mouthfeel is silky and generous, with a mineral thread running through the mid-palate that speaks unmistakably to the Piccadilly Valley's elevated, fog-kissed terroir. The finish is long, saline, and refreshing, with lingering notes of lemon curd and toasted almond.
Medium BodydryServe 10–13°C
- elegant
- mineral
- precise
- complex
- textured
- cool-climate
Sommelier's Notes
AI-curated tasting insights
Flavour Profile
Primary
- White peach
- Nectarine
- Preserved lemon
- Grapefruit zest
- Golden apple
Secondary
- Toasted brioche
- Roasted cashew
- Struck flint
- Vanilla cream
Finish
Long and mineral-driven with lingering lemon curd, toasted almond, and a refreshing saline lift that keeps the palate engaged.
Food Pairings
- Pan-seared barramundi with beurre blanc
- Roasted chicken with tarragon and crème fraîche
- Gruyère and leek tart
- Seared scallops with cauliflower purée
- Lobster bisque
- Aged comté cheese with honeycomb
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