Petaluma

Tiers Chardonnay

9.317 ratings
9.38 pro ratings
Adelaide Hills, Mount Lofty Ranges, South Australia, Australia
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
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Ron R
9.5

Petaluma Tiers - In my mind, a first-growth chard from down under.
I spat my pacifier out when the cork disintegrated, but I need not have been concerned.
The visual presentation is stunning - look at that golden color in the glass. The nose displays roasted almonds, nutmeg, toasted bread and white fruits.
Palate is regal, revealing poise, layers and complexity. The mouthfeel is dense, while notes of nuts, exotic fruits and oak are layered. The acidity provides a frame for the overall structure. The almost undetectable oxidation is to be expected, but that just adds to what is a stunning example.
@Bob McDonald, any backstories to share?
Pairing this with filet and porcini mushrooms (which I have never cooked) 😱

Petaluma Tiers - In my mind, a first-growth chard from down under.
I spat my pacifier out when the cork disintegrated, but I need not have been concerned.
The visual presentation is stunning - look at that golden color in the glass. The nose displays roasted almonds, nutmeg, toasted bread and white fruits.
Palate is regal, revealing poise, layers and complexity. The mouthfeel is dense, while notes of nuts, exotic fruits and oak are layered. The acidity provides a frame for the overall structure. The almost undetectable oxidation is to be expected, but that just adds to what is a stunning example.
@Bob McDonald, any backstories to share?
Pairing this with filet and porcini mushrooms (which I have never cooked) 😱

May 31st, 2020
Romain Stamm

I could drink this everyday! Stunning drop! Intense gold robe, hazelnuts, roast nuts, butter, lemon. Great balance, the fruit is still there and the acidity is straight. Could age another 5/10 years. Superb

I could drink this everyday! Stunning drop! Intense gold robe, hazelnuts, roast nuts, butter, lemon. Great balance, the fruit is still there and the acidity is straight. Could age another 5/10 years. Superb

Nov 23rd, 2019
J Choi
9.2

Oxidized color and nose. Nutty

Oxidized color and nose. Nutty

Apr 23rd, 2017
William Douglas

3/6.75/9.5 = 19.25 out of 100 = 96

3/6.75/9.5 = 19.25 out of 100 = 96

Jun 2nd, 2014
Darrin Mak

Darrin had this 8 years ago

Darrin had this 8 years ago

Aug 21st, 2016
Heather Manross

Heather had this 8 years ago

Heather had this 8 years ago

Nov 1st, 2015
Jim Anderson

Jim had this 8 years ago

Jim had this 8 years ago

Oct 31st, 2015
Scott Taddeo

Scott had this 9 years ago

Scott had this 9 years ago

Oct 17th, 2015
Amanda Yallop

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Amanda had this 10 years ago

Apr 5th, 2014
Bernard Chan

Bernard had this 10 years ago

Bernard had this 10 years ago

Jan 8th, 2014