The Brokenwood Chardonnay 2024 from Beechworth is a shining example of the exceptional quality that can be achieved in this renowned region. Produced by the esteemed Brokenwood Wines, this vintage is a true testament to their skill and dedication.
On the nose, notes of ripe peach, golden apple, and a hint of toasty oak entice the senses. The colour is a pale straw, with a slight green tinge, showcasing the wine's youth and freshness.
On the palate, the wine delivers a beautiful balance of rich, creamy texture and vibrant acidity. Flavors of citrus, stone fruit, and a touch of vanilla mingle with a subtle minerality, creating a complex and elegant profile. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression of the wine's finesse.
Overall, the Brokenwood Chardonnay 2024 is a standout example of the Beechworth region's ability to produce world-class Chardonnays. It is a wine that will continue to evolve and improve with age, making it a must-try for any lover of fine wines.
Critic Reviews
92 POINTS
Ken Gargett - Winepilot
The majority of the fruit used in this wine hails from Beechworth, with further material from the Hunter and the Yarra Valleys. Fermentation was with wild yeasts in French oak barrels, 22% new, with a touch fermented in stainless steel. A pale lemon hue, the nose exhibits gentle notes of stone fruits, touches of grapefruit and florals, deftly handled oak and an ever-so-slight early hint of oatmeal. Fresh acidity runs for the full journey of this elegant and refined style, which reveals the pristine side of Chardonnay. There is a seductive texture, fine balance and excellent length. A wine which is building now, and which will continue to improve over the next seven to eight years.
92 POINTS
Campbell Mattinson - The Wine Front
Chardonnay grown in the Beechworth, Hunter Valley and Yarra Valley regions.
This is a fresh style of chardonnay with very good fruit flavour. It’s not overly complex but it’s beautifully turned out and, courtesy of both its flavour generosity and its all-round harmony, I admire it quite a lot. Grapefruit, peach and pear characters are presented bright and juicy, with cedar, spice and flint notes working away as whispers. This is the kind of quality chardonnay that will please all-comers.
91 POINTS
Erin Larkin - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
The 2024 Chardonnay is sourced primarily from Beechworth, although it also features components from Yarra Valley and Hunter Valley. Aromatically, the wine is closed and lean, although on the palate, it is loaded with stone and citrus fruits. Juicy acidity and pliable phenolics shape the wine and make for satisfying drinking. It's not hugely complex, but smart. 13% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.
91 POINTS
Angus Hughson - Vinous
The 2024 Chardonnay is generously proportioned and user friendly. Bright aromas of melon and peach mingle with a gentle touch of florals and a lining of subtle oak. The palate is mid weight and well balanced, with a creamy texture integrated with fine acidity. Ready to go straight out of the blocks.
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Tasting Notes
The Brokenwood Chardonnay 2024 from Beechworth is a shining example of the exceptional quality that can be achieved in this renowned region. Produced by the esteemed Brokenwood Wines, this vintage is a true testament to their skill and dedication.
On the nose, notes of ripe peach, golden apple, and a hint of toasty oak entice the senses. The colour is a pale straw, with a slight green tinge, showcasing the wine's youth and freshness.
On the palate, the wine delivers a beautiful balance of rich, creamy texture and vibrant acidity. Flavors of citrus, stone fruit, and a touch of vanilla mingle with a subtle minerality, creating a complex and elegant profile. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression of the wine's finesse.
Overall, the Brokenwood Chardonnay 2024 is a standout example of the Beechworth region's ability to produce world-class Chardonnays. It is a wine that will continue to evolve and improve with age, making it a must-try for any lover of fine wines.
