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Penfolds Yattarna Bin 144 Chardonnay 2022

SKU: P144202210 UCAU

$209.99

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One of Australia's best Chardonnays.

Amplified innate potential; beautifully poised and defined.

Fresh acidity abetted by fresh citrus.

Critic Scores

97 // James Halliday's Wine Companion

"The 2021 was an absolute beauty and Penfolds white winemaker Kym Schroeter has managed to craft an equally impressive multi-regional chardonnay from 2022 as a follow-up. It's all filagreed nuance and tension with pure citrus and fleshy stone fruits, cut with hints of soft spice, créme frâiche, oatmeal, grilled nuts, lemon curd, marzipan, lemongrass, oyster shell and river stone. It shows a pitch perfect textural sway, with a touch of pith, a fine, filagreed acid profile and a long finish with tones of softly spoken oak spice, almond meal, citrus and grilled nuts. A wonderful release."

96 // Tyson Stelzer

"61% Tumbarumba, 26% Tasmania, 13% Adelaide Hills; matured 8 months in 44% new French oak barriques."

98 // Ken Gargett – Winepilot.com

"This latest release is one of the finest Yattarna’s I have seen. A world class, stunning Chardonnay, which hails from a range of regions – Tumbarumba, Tasmania and the Adelaide Hills. The wine sees eight months maturation in French oak barriques, 44% new. A lemon straw colour here, there is exemplary balance, with impeccable refinement. The nose gives us touches of cinnamon and nutmeg – the merest whiff, as the oak integration is so superb – with florals, citrus, spices, ginger, lemon butter and glacéd limes. There is a fine line of bracing acidity, but it is elegance personified. The structure is textbook and the wine finishes with notes of honeycomb and almonds. We have power, intensity and a wonderfully persistent finish. There is surely twelve to twenty years in front of this cracking wine."

96 // Campbell Mattinson

"Grown in Tumbarumba, Tasmania and the Adelaide Hills. Matured for eight months in oak, 44% new. This is a wine of seamless power. There’s nougat here but it doesn’t poke; there are floral notes but it doesn’t tip into honeysuckle; there’s ample fruit but it itself is in touch with its savoury side. I like the grip of this wine; I like the subtlety of this grip. I like too that its fruit, clad only in almond-like robes, stares down the road of the finish, lead by its own power rather than by winemaking. Yes, this is a white wine. It’s an example of flare at its most controlled."

Product Details

White

2022

Chardonnay

Penfolds

Australia Multi Regional, Australia

15 Plus Years

Stelvin

14.5%

750ml (Bottle)

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Description
Yattarna is the result of one of the most comprehensive, focused and highly publicised wine development projects ever conducted in Australia. The aspiration and independence of mind across generations of Penfolds winemakers inspired the ambition to create a white wine that would set a standard for ultra-fine Australian chardonnay.

Selectively sourcing only the very best chardonnay fruit from cool climate regions, coupled with sensitive winemaking, the style continues to evolve.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

Yattarna is the result of one of the most comprehensive, focused and highly publicised wine development projects ever conducted in Australia. The aspiration and independence of mind across generations of Penfolds winemakers inspired the ambition to create a white wine that would set a standard for ultra-fine Australian chardonnay.

Selectively sourcing only the very best chardonnay fruit from cool climate regions, coupled with sensitive winemaking, the style continues to evolve.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Penfolds

Penfolds, a renowned winery steeped in history, traces its origins back to 1844 when it was founded by Dr. Christopher Rawson Penfold, a young English doctor, and his wife Mary. Nestled in Magill, on the outskirts of Adelaide, they established a humble cottage and planted vine cuttings from the South of France, laying the foundation for what would become an iconic winemaking legacy.

Fast forward to 1989, when Peter Gago joined the Penfolds team. With his exceptional talent and expertise, he ascended to the position of Chief Winemaker in 2002, leading a remarkable team of experienced winemakers. Under his guidance, they diligently uphold the traditions set by the previous owners and continually strive for excellence in winemaking.

Central to Penfolds' winemaking philosophy is their signature multi-regional blending approach. By sourcing grapes from diverse regions, such as Adelaide, the Barossa Valley, the Clare Valley, Coonawarra, Limestone Coast, and McLaren Vale, they craft wines that showcase the finest qualities of each terroir. These wines are a harmonious fusion of flavors, meticulously balanced to achieve an exceptional taste profile.

Penfolds' dedication to quality is evident not only in their grape selection but also in their winemaking techniques. Embracing the use of fine-grained American and French oak, along with barrel fermentation and maturation, they enhance the wines' complexity and character.

Throughout its existence, Penfolds has played a pivotal role in the evolution of winemaking not just in Australia but across the world. With a legacy spanning nearly two centuries, they have firmly established themselves as one of Australia's most esteemed and influential wineries.

Today, Penfolds sources grapes from an extensive network of over 220 vineyards scattered throughout Australia. From this vast collection, only the very best grapes are chosen, ensuring that every bottle bears the mark of the brand's uncompromising commitment to excellence. Whether enjoyed locally or savored by wine enthusiasts worldwide, Penfolds wines continue to exemplify the epitome of Australian winemaking mastery.

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