J&S Fielke Lenswood Chardonnay 2023

The 2022 was, is amazing, the 2023 is even better. Stylistically the same, but with greater precision and mid palate weight. It’s rich, but in no way heavy, fleshy and juicy. Very complex, with citrus and stone fruits, white flowers, white chocolate, blood orange, buttered toast with honey, macadamia and a salty, sea tone. It’s a chardonnay with immense personality and flavour, a nod to the richer styles of the 1990’s, but without the same level of new oak, in this case 40%. Savoury, nutty with a pinch of texture, so i’m guessing the barrels were not topped completely. It’s so delicious, and I would love to see this with some bottle age. Norris at Waters Wine Co

Superb chardonnay of immense character and personality. Whiffs and licks of ground hazelnut, sea spray, light honeycomb, hazy apple juice, brown lime and curry leaf with a suggestion of lemon verbena and alpine herbs. It has depth and general richness but ultimately feels really fresh and lively. A nod in the direction of Jura chardonnay, no doubt, so fanciers of those wines should line up here, too. That being said, unique, distinct, distinguished, complex and super high-ranking in drinkability. Utter charm. 96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion

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