d'Arenberg

The Olive Grove McLaren Vale Chardonnay

8.82 ratings
-no pro ratings
McLaren Vale, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia
Chardonnay
Beef, Venison, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Lamb, Pasta, Potato, Mushrooms, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Tomato-Based, Pork, Pungent Cheese, Hard Cheese, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Turkey, Veal, Chicken, Exotic Spices, Duck, Nuts & Seeds, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa
Top Notes For
Daniel M

Oaky chardonnay from down under. Why not?
There is a bit of reduction at first that blows away after a while. Then comes butter and vanilla scents, along with a bit of a citrusy touch. The palate is broad and wide, with a soft, buttery mouuthfeel. It's not very acidic, but there is some grip in the rear. The finish is citrusy and buttery and goes on for a while despite a relative lack of acid drive. It's good but relatively simple and unremarkable.

Oaky chardonnay from down under. Why not?
There is a bit of reduction at first that blows away after a while. Then comes butter and vanilla scents, along with a bit of a citrusy touch. The palate is broad and wide, with a soft, buttery mouuthfeel. It's not very acidic, but there is some grip in the rear. The finish is citrusy and buttery and goes on for a while despite a relative lack of acid drive. It's good but relatively simple and unremarkable.

Jun 8th, 2024
Gerard McDade

Fantastic - rich okay wine with tropical notes, reminiscent of a viognier.
Great value at £12/ $14

Fantastic - rich okay wine with tropical notes, reminiscent of a viognier.
Great value at £12/ $14

Sep 23rd, 2022