giving the wine flow and lift rather than weight
The palate reveals a balanced structure with a lifted
the tannins are tight knit
and subtle nougat and flint complexity lead into a refined palate bursting with energy and tension
Lively and textured on the palate with stone fruit
Hoddles Creek Estate Chardonnay (Box of 6) Holyman giving the wine flow andThe palate is energetic, flinty, and beautifully composed, opening with white nectarine, pear, and grapefruit zestcarried by the coolclimate acidity of the Upper Yarra. A midpalate of almond paste, nougat, and subtle struckmatch reduction adds savoury tension, while the gentle brush of new oak brings quiet spice without heaviness. The texture is midweighted, sleek, and finely gripped, showing the estates hallmark balance between fruit purity and