McWilliam's
McWilliam's Chardonnay Hanwood Estate
White wine
3.5
Expert Rating
3.4
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
McWilliam's Family Winemakers, based in the Riverina region of New South Wales, is a prominent Australian producer known for wines sourced from vineyards across the state. They specialize in a variety of Australia's popular grape varieties like Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay.
Through their Hanwood Estate range, McWilliam's consistently delivers wines that offer excellent value without compromising on flavor. This Chardonnay exemplifies their approach with its medium-bodied style featuring lively citrus, tropical fruit notes, hints of gooseberry, and passionfruit. It's crisp, dry, with oak influences complementing aromas of tropical fruit, melon, and a touch of vanilla on the palate.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This fruit-forward Chardonnay features a bright golden appearance.The nose reveals aromas of ripe tropical fruits like pineapple and mango, with hints of citrus and vanilla. On the palate, it offers rich and creamy flavors of peach, melon, and toasted oak. The well-integrated acidity provides a refreshing balance, while the medium body and smooth texture enhance the drinking experience. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant and satisfying impression.
EXPERT RATING
3.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Gentle
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: McWilliam's
Region: South Eastern Australia
South Eastern Australia is a vast wine region located in the south-eastern corner of the continent, stretching from the Murray Darling region in the north to the Great Dividing Range in the south. It is home to some of the country's most renowned wine regions, including the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and the Coonawarra.
The history of winemaking in South Eastern Australia dates back to the early 19th century, when the first vineyards were planted in the Barossa Valley. Since then, the region has become one of the most important wine-producing areas in the country, with a wide range of styles and varieties.CUSTOMER RATING
3.4
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