Parker about Yattarna Chardonnay 2018
Cool-climate fruit from Tasmania, Tumbarumba and the Adelaide Hills, barrel fermented and matured eight months in 60% new French barriques, the 2018 Yattarna Chardonnay starts off with aromas of roasted nuts and toasted bread set against a backdrop of tart, citrusy fruit. Medium-bodied, there's just enough flesh to let you know this is Chardonnay—maybe a hint of underripe peach or nectarine—but this is more about line and length, with a strong backbone of acidity that drives the flavors forward into a long, mouth-puckering finish. Impressive, yes. But is it really that enjoyable? Maybe down the road, which is the intention.

Suckling over Yattarna Chardonnay 2018
A blend of Tasmania, Tumbarumba and Adelaide Hills fruit, this has an intense, stony and mineral freshness with a flinty edge and a wealth of lemon sherbet, white peaches and crushed stones on the nose. Oak is deeply buried. The palate has such striking and intense depth. It's layered and long and really asserts itself as the most complex and most powerful chardonnay in this release. The depth and pristine grade of fruit here are impressive. Deep, pithy finish. Drink over the next eight years. Screw cap.
Description
Land | Australia |
Region | SouthAustralia |
Rebsorten | Chardonnay 100% |
Alkoholgehalt | 13.50% |
Füllstand | high fill |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Penfolds, Magill Estate, 78 Penfold Rd, Magill SA 5072, Australia |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2023 - 2035 |
Parker Punkte | 93+ |
Jahrgang | 2018 |
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Yattarna Chardonnay 2018

The Penfolds Yattarna Chardonnay 2018 is an exclusive and sophisticated wine creation from the renowned Australian winery Penfolds. This exquisite version of Chardonnay reflects the artistry of winemaking and the pursuit of the highest quality.
In the bottle, the Yattarna Chardonnay 2018 presents a vibrant, golden yellow hue, already indicative of its maturity and refinement. The nose is dominated by an elegant blend of aromas, including ripe peaches, citrus fruits, roasted nuts, and subtle hints of vanilla. This complexity is a testament to the careful selection of Chardonnay grapes and the masterful vinification.
In the mouth, the wine unfolds with impressive richness and texture. Flavors of juicy pears, creamy butter, and delicate spice nuances combine to create a harmonious taste experience. The fine acidity structure lends the wine freshness and balance, while the finish is long and elegant, with a subtle minerality.
Yattarna Chardonnay 2018 is made exclusively from select Chardonnay grapes sourced from the finest vineyards in South Australia. It is aged in French oak barrels, which impart a subtle oak flavor without overpowering the freshness of the fruit.
This vintage of Yattarna Chardonnay is a wine for special occasions, offering both immediate enjoyment and the potential for further cellar development over the years. The unique combination of finesse, complexity, and structure makes the Penfolds Yattarna Chardonnay 2018 an outstanding representative of its class.
Penfolds
Information about the winemaker:
Penfolds Winery is a renowned Australian winery internationally known for its excellent wines. Founded in 1844 by British physician Dr. Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary in Magill, a suburb of Adelaide, South Australia, Penfolds has since grown into one of Australia's most respected wineries, and its wines have received worldwide acclaim.
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