The oak influence is subtle but adds complexity and palate weight
The palate is deep but compact
the barrel fermentation by the spicy overtones to the bouquet
blackcurrants and cherry
The former director of the Ferreira port house started making wine from his son
Shadowfax Midhill Chardonnay 2019 over100disc The oak influence is subtle"Allocation only, email wine@worldwine. com. au to secure allocation" Bright mid yellow colour with a herbal, pineapple, tropical aroma, some fresh herbs including basil. The palate is intense, medium bodied, soft and round, gentle and ample, a very smart wine with a strong front of mouth impact but also good length. Huon Hooke Youthful pale straw, green edge. Lifted aromatics of guava and fig, some struck match reduction, complex and mouth watering.