Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2022 MaltyDry The smoke on the nose

The smoke on the nose is thick and heavy

Nose: Red Twizzlers

Palate: An unmistakably peaty taste – rich with raisins

to craft this unique blend

Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2022 MaltyDry The smoke on the noseThe timing of the 2022 harvest was similar to 2021, but a touch later than average. While ripening was slow and extended, harvest was fortunately complete before the first rains in early March. The chardonnay vines are naturally low yielding and planted on northeast facing, stony, clay rich slopes and are affected by the maritime weather. 96% barrel fermentation in a combination of 228 litre (56%) and 300 litre (40%) French oak barrels and 4% foudre.