Perfectus Chardonnay 2019

PERFECTUS BACKGROUND
At Simon Tolley Wines, we are firm believers that great wine is made in the vineyard. Each season, no stone is left unturned to grow the best fruit that we can grow. Where particular seasons provide excellent growing conditions, special fruit characters and outstanding wine expressions, Simon puts aside this wine into his premium range of wines called “Perfectus”.

HARVEST
A small parcel of carefully tended vines of Chardonnay fruit was harvested from the Tolley Vineyard in Woodside on the 5th of March 2019.

WINEMAKING
Hand-picked grapes were gently whole bunch pressed to seasoned French oak barrels using free-run juice only. A high solid, wild fermentation followed, giving the wine texture and complexity. The wine underwent Malo-lactic fermentation with weekly batonage (stirring) for approximately 9 months before bottling.

CHARACTER
Slightly smokey, stony scents. Moderate usage of quality French oak (20% new), somewhat toasty and nutty over layers of under-ripe peaches and pineapple. Pleasantly textured and medium bodied.

RELEASE DATE 20/1/20

ALCOHOL 13.5 % alc/vol