Gaffy & Neal The Peninsula Chardonnay 2024 represents a masterful collaboration between winemakers Doug Neal and Darrin Gaffy, crafted in the renowned Mornington Peninsula. This vintage benefits from the region’s cooler climate, allowing the Chardonnay grapes to mature slowly, preserving vibrant acidity and delivering exceptional freshness.

Produced from the prized P58 clone, identical to that used in Giaconda, sourced from vineyards in Balnarring and Merricks North, this wine showcases a sophisticated aromatic profile. Expect complex notes of citrus blossom, grapefruit pith, white nectarine, smoked peat, and charcuterie, which evolve beautifully in the glass.

The palate is round and creamy, enhanced by 30% new oak and partial malolactic fermentation, imparting subtle spicy oak nuances and a layered texture. Flavors mirror the nose with prominent lemon, grapefruit, stone fruit, and elegant oak, balanced by a bright acidity (TA 8 gm/lt) that ensures a clean, lingering finish. At 13.4% alcohol, the wine maintains a refined structure and excellent drinkability.

Key highlights include:

Exceptional Chardonnay crafted by one of the names behind Giaconda
Intriguing flavor complexity featuring peach, brine, cedar wood, nutty spice, florals, and flint
Reflective palate that captures the vibrant aromas of lemon, grapefruit, and stone fruit with elegant oak integration

The 2024 vintage in Mornington Peninsula is distinguished by its cooler conditions, promoting slow ripening and enhanced freshness, making this Chardonnay a standout expression of the region’s cool-climate potential.

Perfectly suited for those who appreciate a refined, full-bodied Chardonnay with depth, complexity, and a polished finish, the Gaffy & Neal Mornington Peninsula Chardonnay 2024 is a sophisticated choice for any wine collection.