About Smiths Lane Mornington Peninsula B/L Chardonnay
Smiths Lane Mornington Peninsula Chardonnay opens with an inviting bouquet of white peach, fresh nectarine, and zesty grapefruit, underpinned by a subtle thread of toasted oak and creamy lees. On the palate, this cool-climate expression is beautifully poised, delivering vibrant stone fruit alongside a saline, mineral tension that is characteristic of the Mornington Peninsula. Gentle cashew and vanilla notes from restrained oak integration add texture and complexity without overwhelming the fruit. The wine shows excellent balance between its natural acidity and a silky, mid-palate richness, reflecting careful winemaking with partial barrel fermentation and sur lie aging.
Medium BodydryServe 10–12°C
- elegant
- mineral
- crisp
- complex
- refined
- cool-climate
Sommelier's Notes
AI-curated tasting insights
Flavour Profile
Primary
- white peach
- nectarine
- grapefruit zest
- green apple
- lemon curd
Secondary
- toasted oak
- cashew
- struck flint minerality
- creamy lees
Finish
The finish is long and precise, with lingering citrus acidity and a chalky mineral persistence that is quintessentially Mornington Peninsula.
Food Pairings
- pan-seared barramundi with beurre blanc
- Mornington Peninsula mussels in white wine and cream
- roasted chicken with tarragon
- soft-ripened brie and sourdough
- prawn and avocado salad
- mushroom and truffle risotto
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