Woodbridge Chardonnay (3L, 13.5%)

A California Chardonnay from Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, bottled at 13.5% ABV in a 3-litre box. It is made from 77% Chardonnay blended with French Colombard, Viognier and Muscat. Part of the wine is aged in oak barrels on the lees, while the rest ferments and rests in stainless steel tanks. The nose shows ripe pear, crisp apple, subtle tropical fruit, gentle oak and a whisper of cinnamon. The palate is lush with peach and pineapple, baked apple and a creamy texture, kept focused by vibrant acidity. The finish is toasty and vanilla-laced.