Bindi Quartz Chardonnay 2012

Diam cork closure. The Original Vineyard has become renowned for its signature, exotic spice perfume and silky, textured palate. This relatively quartz riddled, gently north sloping, three acre site produces very fine, spicy, fragrant wine that has high natural acidity and develops beautifully given 6-10 years careful cellaring. As it ages the depth of aroma increases in intensity and the palate becomes more and more harmonious, characterised by a sweet fruited, hedonistic texture. In comparison to the Block Five this wine is more seductive and delicious in its youth whilst still significantly rewarding cellaring. The wine spends 15-17 months in French barrels of which about 25% are new.

"The level of perfume and fragrance here is signature Original Vineyard. As is the complex mix of red cherry, strawberry, earth, spice and minerality. Typical of the Original Vineyard, these aromas will deepen as the wine ages. The palate is fresh, supple and zesty in red fruit with super smooth, building and flowing tannins giving direction and texture to the finish. The sweeping palate will continue to build and strengthen and develop the classic, textural, 'peacock tail' flourish on the back palate. Time is required. Say five years. A recent presentation of 1998, 2000, 2008 and 2010 Original Vineyard Pinots clearly demonstrated the ability of the young, balanced, discreet wines to build power and complexity over time. The 2008 is still juvenile and requires three to five years to mature. The 1998 and 2000 are ready and delicious, cork and conditions depending of course." Michael Dhillon

Country: Australia
Producer: Bindi
Region: Macedon