Louis Latour Agencies
Producers
McHenry Hohnen
Hazel's Vineyard Chardonnay
| The Rocky Road vineyard lies in the headwaters of the Chapman Brook, near Witchcliffe in the south of the Margaret River region. With a northerly aspect, the vines enjoy long days of sunshine, moderated by the vineyard's southern location. Vineyard management takes a back to basics approach at McHenry Hohnen embracing sustainable 'Old School' practices that were used before the rise of intense agriculture. | |
| Available Vintages | 2021 |
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| Other vintages | 2022 2019 2018 2017 2014 2012 2011 2010 2009 |
| Tasting note |
A lifted bouquet of ripe white peaches and nougat with underlying wild yeast derived grilled nuts, brioche and cinnamon dusted oatmeal. A pristine palate reflects the vineyards Southern Margaret River location displaying ripe nectarine and white peach framed with fresh lemon/lime acidity. Finely textured from time spent on lees, the palate is dry and linear showing precision and poise.
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| Awards and Accolades |
91 points, James HallidayThe colour is much deeper and advanced, although bright; since the alcohol and fermentation techniques are identical in all three individual vineyard Chardonnays, it seems most likely to come from the coarse, lateritic soils, for it is contra to the southernmost location of the vineyard; the flavours, too, are broader, with peach, melon and fig. |
| Region | Margaret River |
| Grape variety | Chardonnay |
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