2023 Mystery Margaret River Chardonnay Deal No. 46

97 POINTS

Ray Jordan

97 Points Ray Jordan - This is 55% Karridale and 45% Wills Domain. It was all handpicked and it shows. This is a wine of finesse and style. Some slightly toasty characters in there. Thid has about 40% new oak in here. The oak is beautifully applied with its subtle restraint. The toastiness comes from the new oak puncheons. Has a dry savoury and slightly flinty finish. Slightly briny with a chalky thread to the acidity. Some slight solids influence adds a subtle complexity. Has tremendous palate intensity.

96 POINTS

Sam Kim - Wine Orbit

96 WIne Orbit - Poised and refined, the wine shows white flesh stone fruit, lemon pith, wet limestone, almond and oatmeal nuances on the nose. The palate exhibits outstanding weight and firm structure, wonderfully complemented by fine flow and elegant complexity. Brilliantly focused with a superbly long, linear finish.

95 POINTS

Jane Faulkner - Halliday's Wine Companion

Aside from its hefty bottle weight, there’s a lot to admire here – from the classy fruit to the rich and fuller-bodied palate. Lots of texture, toasty oak cedary and spicy, with stone fruit and citrus in the mix, some struck match adding complexity. A bit of a worked style, but somehow, it just works.

94 POINTS

Wine Pilot

94 Wine Pilot - Margaret River Chardonnay continues to show the world just what a star it is. This is the flagship release from this winery, with just 742 cases made. Pale lemon hue, as well as spicy notes, there are hints of citrus, ginger and very gentle oak integration. A refined style. Good concentration, fine balance and a lingering finish. This is beautifully elegant. The palate sees notes of peaches and cashews. Great length here, enjoy it now and for the next six years.