The grapes for the Moon Mountain Chardonnay are sourced from both our own vineyards & a number of high end vineyards around the Hunter Valley. Fermentation of the juice began in stainless steel tanks before the partially fermented juice was transferred to new, two & three year old seasoned French oak barriques (225L) & puncheons (500L). After fermentation, the wine received some lees stirring to enhance the palate structure & texture. No malolactic fermentation used. A medium bodied, fruit driven style that still exhibits crisp citrus & white peach flavours, with a palate that has gained some extra texture from extended maturation on yeast lees. The freshness of this chardonnay makes it a perfect companion to seafood, chicken or pasta dishes. Excellent drinking upon release & will develop bottle age complexity.