Crittenden are one of the pioneers of the Mornington Peninsula and of Italian varieties, with Garry Crittenden helped introduce barbera, nebbiolo, dolcetto and sangiovese to Victoria and Australia. This Chardonnay is sourced from quality sub-regions of Tuerong and Main Ridge. Treated with new, 1 and 2 year old French oak and natural fermentation. Winemaker is next generation Rollo Crittenden.

Crittenden, Peninsula, Chardonnay, Mornington Peninsula, 2022

Pale lemon gold hue. Fragrant and savoury. There’s stone fruit hints through to sweet fig, cinnamon and cedar spice. Earthy, nutty lees and wild ferment influence. Ripe and rich tempered with savoury spice, the right amount of juicy acidity and a stony finish. Considered and layered.

RRP: $37
Alc: 12.5%
Rating:  18/20 (92/100)

Wine sample courtesy of Crittenden Wines and Totem Marketing