COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Oakridge Wines
REGION
Victoria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Oakridge Vineyard Series Henk Chardonnay 2018 originates from the Yarra Valley in Victoria, Australia. This single-vineyard wine is a product of the Henk Vineyard, established in 2008 and planted on red volcanic soils. Oakridge Wines, founded in 1978, is known for its single-vineyard focus and commitment to sustainable practices under the guidance of Chief Winemaker David Bicknell. The vineyard's location in the cooler Upper Yarra region contributes to the wine's character, even in a warmer vintage like 2018.
ALCOHOL
13.7%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Henk Vineyard was planted in 2008 with Dijon clone 95.
Fact 02
The vineyard is situated on red volcanic soils.
Fact 03
This wine earned a Gold Medal at the Langton's Yarra Valley Wine Show.
Fact 04
It received a 96/100 rating from Halliday Wine Companion.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Oakridge Vineyard Series Henk Chardonnay 2018 was produced using Chardonnay grapes from the Henk Vineyard. The winemaking process involved fermentation in French oak barrels, with 20% of the barrels being new. The wine was aged on its gross lees for 10 months, followed by a further six months in tank before bottling. The 2018 vintage conditions in the Upper Yarra Valley, despite being a warm year overall, were managed to ensure grape balance.
