PENFOLDS MAX’S CHARDONNAY

Penfolds Max’s Chardonnay

Pale gold. Adelaide Hills regional cues are evident. First impressions are of honeydew, melon and white peach. Grapefruit citrus notes are complemented by lemon/lime curd, pistachio nuts, creamy cashew, nougat and a complexing subtle rock flint character. The palate is no less enticing, ripe white peach, finger lime and lemon sorbet. There is a sweet creamy/biscuity character redolent of freshly baked cheesecake, most likely a lees/ battonage influence. A fine line of balanced mineral like acidity adds length and bodes well for food pairing.

VARIETIES: Chardonnay
REGION: Adelaide Hills
AGEING: French Oak Barriques, 7% New, 17% 1 Y.O. With The Balance In Seasoned Barrels
GUARDING POTENTIAL: Enjoy on release or cellar for up to 3 years
SERVE: Serve at 10ºC – 12ºC

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Max’s | Range | Penfolds

Penfolds Max’s tier was introduced in 2016 and pays tribute to our first Chief Winemaker Max Schubert, who dared to revolutionise Australian winemaking. Each wine is polished and charming in character, expressing varietal cues, alluring fruit and structure. They are contemporary and vibrant upon release. They are immediately accessible but not without the assurance of more to come.

Max’s constant pursuit of excellence paved the way for those who followed in his footsteps and also allowed the status and heritage of Penfolds to grow. A more approachable Penfolds style at release – ideally shelf to glass, save the cellar.