COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Ocean Eight
REGION
Victoria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Ocean Eight Verve Chardonnay is a 100% Chardonnay from the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia. The wine's name, 'Verve,' reflects its lively and energetic character, particularly its prominent citrus notes. The producer, Ocean Eight, is a family-owned winery founded by Michael and Hollie Aylward, inspired by European winemaking traditions. Their philosophy centers on creating wines that express the Mornington Peninsula's climate and growing conditions, emphasizing food-friendliness and aging potential. The vineyard, planted in 2006, benefits from the region's cool climate and specific soil types, contributing to the wine's distinctive profile.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Verve' signifies the wine's lively, energetic character.
Fact 02
Vines were planted in 2006, making them approximately 13 years old in 2019.
Fact 03
The vineyard is situated at an elevation of 65 meters.
Fact 04
The wine is fermented using indigenous yeasts from the vineyard.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Ocean Eight Verve Chardonnay begins with chilling the grapes overnight before whole-bunch pressing. Fermentation is initiated spontaneously using indigenous yeasts from the vineyard, taking place in older French barriques at temperatures between 25-32°C. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a 12-month aging period in these barriques, with full lees contact. The oak used is over six years old, ensuring a subtle oak influence. This approach aims to highlight the characteristics of the Chardonnay grape and the Mornington Peninsula's terroir.
