2020 Chardonnay, Isabel Estate valentines glowing skies and smoke rising

glowing skies and smoke rising from the barbecue

or you need a wine that tells a story

The name ‘The Paringa’ denotes the single-vineyard origin of this wine

For when: the moment deserves both fireworks and depth

the symbol meant the Roman goddess Venus or her Greek equivalent Aphrodite

2020 Chardonnay, Isabel Estate valentines glowing skies and smoke risingThis is Marlborough Chardonnay with polish, poise and a lovely smoky edge. It opens with white peach, ripe apple, lemon, grapefruit and ginger, followed by cashew, baking spice, crushed shell and a subtle struck match note. There is richness, but it is carried by brightness rather than weight. The palate is refined and well shaped, with citrus and stone fruit running through a creamy, lightly nutty texture. Crisp acidity keeps the wine fresh, while