The Lane Vineyard Block 3 Chardonnay 2021
- Textural
- Adelaide Hills
We’re not sure what to be more excited about: our love for The Lane Vineyard or Adelaide Hills chardonnay. What we do know is that both seriously overdeliver time and time again. Famed vineyards on the estate in Hahndorf act as the workhorses for this wine, delivering long ripening periods with ripping fresh acidities. Honeydew melon, white blossom and white stone fruits fill the nose. The palate is a little bit creamy, with a nod to very delicate oak handling and a good squeeze of citrus. Give this one some care and it will hold out happily for the next 5 years. It is a wine that provides generously and asks for little in return.
Profile
Reviews
Wine Orbit
“Gorgeously elegant and splendidly styled, the wine shows white flesh nectarine, lemon pith, nougat, roasted cashew and oatmeal characters on the nose, leading to a concentrated palate offering terrific weight and persistency. Richly textured and brilliantly structured, finishing impressively long and creamy. At its best: late 2022 to 2030”
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Specs
- Region
- Adelaide Hills
- Vintage
- 2021
- Cellaring
- 2028
- Preservatives
- sulphites
- Alcohol by Vol.
- 13.5%
- Closure
- Screwcap
- Bottle Vol
- 750mL
- Blend Info
- ―
- Serving Temp.
- 10.0°C
Region
Adelaide Hills
Don't kid yourselves, the Adelaide Hills are bigger and much more diverse than they seem. It stretches over 80km from the Barossa Valley in the North to McLaren Vale in the South. The area is so variable that small pockets such as Piccadilly and Longwood can only ripen marginal such as Chardonnay or Pinot Noir, whereas other specific areas are perfect for peppery Shiraz and ballsy Cabernet. A healthy mix of experienced hands and young hipsters ensure the region stays at the cutting edge of the industry. Natural wines, and new European varieties including Nebbiolo and Gruner Veltliner are some of the more recent highlights to keep an eye out for.