The Landing Chardonnay 2021

An excellent growing season, very dry and warm through spring and early summer which led to low yields and early phenology. Rain in mid-February pushed ripening back to near normal. Bright citrus and stone fruit aromatics complimented by mineral and spice complexity. Concentrated on the palate with ripe fruit characters balanced by a juicy acidity and long finish. A Chardonnay that shows richness alongside a tightly structured palate with layers of texture and flavour.

Each block or part block is hand-picked, then hand sorted before whole-bunch pressing. Juice either goes direct to barrel or after overnight settling, depending on fruit condition. Free-run juice only for The Landing Chardonnay. Indigenous ferment, approximately two-thirds of barrels are allowed to complete MLF. Fermentation peaks at 19-22oC. (66-72 oF) 40% new French oak: Chassin, François Frères, Damy, Mercurey, and Berger. 11 months in barrel before blending to tank for 6 months further ageing. Crossflow filtered before bottling.