Penley Estate Genevieve Chardonnay

The name Penley Estate comes from the amalgamation of two pioneering South Australian wine families, the Penfold’s and Tolley’s. And born of a dream of three siblings in 1988. Today the estate is owned by sisters Ang & Bec Tolley, and like their ancestors they are strong, resilient and determined women. Their history is a rich mix of endeavour, passion and vision with a touch of scandal and madness thrown in for good measure. 

The region of Coonawarra is a 16km strip comprising of iron and nutrient rich soil famously called terra rossa, and has become one of the most renowned terroir soils in the world. Known in particular for its Cabernet, the wines of Coonawarra show classic cassis and blackberry flavours with enhanced characteristics of spice, aromatics and minerality derived from the soil due to its good fertility and drainage.

100% Chardonnay. The wine spends 8 months in French oak with some wild fermentation. 50% second use oak, 50% third use oak. The wine remained on lees throughout this time.

A wine thats very delicate and flavoursome on the palate with notes of white peach, fig and cashew nuts on the nose. Subtle savoury French oak underpins a core of juicy fruit, while the citrus acidity adds freshness and gives it a lift. A great Chardonnay that will complement food and conversation.

Vegan/veggie, sustainable, minimal sulphur added. 

13.5%

75cl