{"product_id":"southern-light-vineyards-ghostgum-chardonnay","title":"Southern Light Vineyards Ghostgum Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"218\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSouthern Light Vineyards Ghostgum Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a powerful yet finely poised cool-climate Chardonnay that reflects the exceptional character of the high-altitude Ghostgum Vineyard in the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMornington Peninsula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eSourced from two estate blocks planted on their own roots in 1994 and 1995, the vineyard's elevated, east-facing aspect preserves remarkable natural acidity while allowing outstanding flavour development. Each block is hand-picked and vinified separately before the final blend is assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eWhole-bunch pressed and naturally fermented in French oak, with 30% new barrels, the wine spends 12 months on full lees without undergoing malolactic fermentation. This preserves its vibrant freshness while adding texture and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eThe bouquet is expressive and refined, offering layers of nectarine, yellow peach and honeydew melon, alongside hints of baby pineapple, saline minerality and a delicate strawberry sorbet lift. Subtle, savoury oak frames the fruit without overshadowing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1375\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe palate is generous and beautifully structured, combining impressive weight and concentration with vibrant acidity and a strong mineral backbone. Long, balanced and precise, it finishes with exceptional persistence and the structure to reward extended cellaring. A compelling expression of cool-climate Chardonnay that balances richness with elegance and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"BRIGHT-MID YELLOW COLOUR; THE BOUQUET SHOWS DEVELOPMENT, SOME FRESH HERB\/PARSLEY AND LIME AROMAS, THE PALATE FULL AND BROAD SHOWING SILAGE AND STONE-FRUITS WITH FIRM ACIDITY UNDERLYING.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points, Huon Hooke, The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"JUICY ACIDITY ADDS TO THE FRESHNESS AND ENERGY. THE WINE HAS POWER, BUT IT IS WELL CAMOUFLAGED. THERE IS SERIOUS LENGTH HERE. \"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points, Ken Gargett , Wine Pilot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"IT'S AN IMPRESSIVE WINE... WITH EXCELLENT DEPTH OF FRUIT SHOWING ON THE PALATE, WHICH HAS A SLIGHTLY CASHEW, PEACHY CHARACTER ABOUT IT.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points, Ray Jordan, Wine Pilot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern Light Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49405397139713,"sku":"21344","price":78.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/7441\/8235\/files\/Untitleddesign_7_eb444769-b5f5-4a51-84d5-3dba5ff1d4ce.jpg?v=1782461917","url":"https:\/\/www.purviscellars.com.au\/products\/southern-light-vineyards-ghostgum-chardonnay","provider":"Purvis Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}