Tasting Notes
A poised and quietly powerful expression of Beechworth, this Chardonnay opens with white nectarine, lemon curd and mandarin oil, layered with flint, cashew husk and a touch of struck match. The palate is taut and precise, driven by a cool mineral thread that speaks of wet granite and crushed quartz, yet broadens with stone fruit, citrus and savoury phenolic grip from lees work and subtle bâtonnage. Oak is seamlessly woven in, adding gentle structure without overt influence, while bright acidity carries through a long, pithy finish. Restrained yet confident, it reflects its stony soils more than richness, and has the depth to reward careful cellaring over the next decade.
Cellier des Dauphins is a large southern Rhône cooperative founded in 1965, uniting growers across Vacqueyras, Cairanne, Rasteau, Gigondas, Tavel, Lirac and Côtes du Rhône Villages. The terroirs span galets terraces, limestone ridges, sand pockets and red clays, offering broad regional sourcing material. The core grapes are Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Carignan, crafted with a focus on freshness, balance and reliable Rhône identity at scale. Modern vinification preserves fruit purity and soft tannin accessibility.
| Product Type | Wine White Chardonnay |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Victoria |
| Sub Region | Beechworth |
| Winemaking Practices | Minimal Intervention |
| Vineyard Practices | Organic/Biodynamic |