About Smiths Lane Yarra Valley B/L Chardonnay
Smiths Lane Yarra Valley Chardonnay opens with an inviting bouquet of white peach, nectarine, and fresh grapefruit, underscored by delicate notes of toasted oak and a whisper of struck flint. On the palate, this cool-climate Chardonnay is elegant and precise, delivering bright stone fruit flavours alongside creamy cashew and subtle mealy complexity from careful lees contact. The wine shows restrained use of French oak, lending a gentle vanilla and buttery pastry quality without overwhelming the natural fruit purity. The acidity is lively and well-integrated, giving the wine excellent structure and freshness characteristic of the Yarra Valley's cool growing conditions. The finish is long, clean, and minerally, with lingering citrus zest and a fine chalky texture.
Medium BodydryServe 10–12°C
- elegant
- crisp
- mineral
- refined
- creamy
- vibrant
Sommelier's Notes
AI-curated tasting insights
Flavour Profile
Primary
- white peach
- nectarine
- pink grapefruit
- lemon curd
Secondary
- toasted French oak
- cashew
- brioche
- flinty minerality
Finish
A long, refreshing finish with lingering citrus zest, fine mineral tension, and a subtle creamy oak note that fades gracefully.
Food Pairings
- pan-seared barramundi with beurre blanc
- roasted chicken with tarragon cream sauce
- fresh oysters with lemon mignonette
- soft triple-cream brie with water crackers
- prawn and avocado salad
- mushroom and gruyère risotto
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