CALABRIA FAMILY WINES "Richland" - Chardonnay - Riverina, NSW - Australia
Calabria Family Wines "Richland" - Chardonnay - Riverina, NSW - Australia
Light straw in colour, this fruit driven Chardonnay displays aromas of grapefruit & lime. White peach with a very subtle oak influence. On the palate, grapefruit pith and limes hold the centre line through the palate. Peach & stone fruit characters add volume to the palate with fine grained texture adding length to the wine. Pair with Roast chicken with butter & creamy mashed potato or creamy Lobster Linguine.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
AUSTRALIA
Riverina
Chardonnay
Product Description
Description
Light straw in colour, this fruit driven Chardonnay displays ripe stone fruit and toasty oak aromas. A fresh palate of buttery ferment characters, creamy yeast and vanilla oak, finishing long, soft and well rounded.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
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Meat
Barbecued chicken, roast chicken with butter & creamy mashed potatoes, rosemary prosciutto skewers and stuffed peppers.
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Seafood
Seafood, shellfish or creamy Lobster Linguine.
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Cheese
A variety of cheeses.
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Legumes
Grilled polenta with wild mushrooms.
Wine Facts
| Grape Varietal | Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Region | Riverina |
| Country | AUSTRALIA |
| Winemakers | Bill Calabria |
| Producer | Calabria Family Wines |
| Average age of vines | 27 years |
| Harvest method | Machine |
| Fermentation & maceration | 30 Days on oak Staves |
| Aging | 1-2 years in bottle |
| Alcohol | 13% |
| Mouth Attribute | Balanced, Fruity, Medium Length, Medium-bodied, Round |
| Nose Attribute | Citrus, Fruity, Oak |
| SKU | AU40 |
Vineyard Info
The Calabria family winery, established 75 yrs ago, is a multi-purpose winery that has been designed to handle fruit from local family vineyards. The original winery which houses the family cellar and 60 year old open concrete fermenters which were built by founder Francesco Calabria and his sons, are still used today for all premium red wines. The commercial winery was constructed for efficiency and with the aim of processing premium fruit from Australia’s best growing regions. Westend Estate "Richland" Chardonnay is from irrigated vineyards in the Riverina. Warm climate, but low yielding with healthy canopies to protect from sunburn. Various vineyards differentiating between light brown soils to dense heavier soils.
Reviews & Ratings
Description
Light straw in colour, this fruit driven Chardonnay displays ripe stone fruit and toasty oak aromas. A fresh palate of buttery ferment characters, creamy yeast and vanilla oak, finishing long, soft and well rounded.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
-
Meat
Barbecued chicken, roast chicken with butter & creamy mashed potatoes, rosemary prosciutto skewers and stuffed peppers.
-
Seafood
Seafood, shellfish or creamy Lobster Linguine.
-
Cheese
A variety of cheeses.
-
Legumes
Grilled polenta with wild mushrooms.
| Grape Varietal | Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Region | Riverina |
| Country | AUSTRALIA |
| Winemakers | Bill Calabria |
| Producer | Calabria Family Wines |
| Average age of vines | 27 years |
| Harvest method | Machine |
| Fermentation & maceration | 30 Days on oak Staves |
| Aging | 1-2 years in bottle |
| Alcohol | 13% |
| Mouth Attribute | Balanced, Fruity, Medium Length, Medium-bodied, Round |
| Nose Attribute | Citrus, Fruity, Oak |
| SKU | AU40 |
The Calabria family winery, established 75 yrs ago, is a multi-purpose winery that has been designed to handle fruit from local family vineyards. The original winery which houses the family cellar and 60 year old open concrete fermenters which were built by founder Francesco Calabria and his sons, are still used today for all premium red wines. The commercial winery was constructed for efficiency and with the aim of processing premium fruit from Australia’s best growing regions. Westend Estate "Richland" Chardonnay is from irrigated vineyards in the Riverina. Warm climate, but low yielding with healthy canopies to protect from sunburn. Various vineyards differentiating between light brown soils to dense heavier soils.