2006 WHITE MONSTER
The White Monster is a small production ultra premium Chardonnay destined for cult status. The 2006 vintage was crafted from hand – picked premium fruit from the Chapman’s Creek Vineyard in Wilyabrup, Margaret River.
Harvest Date: 16th March 2006.
Blend: 100% Margaret River Chardonnay.
Fermentation: Whole bunch pressed straight into 4 new French (Nadalie Marsannay) and 1 new American (Seguin Moreau) oak barriques and fermented on full solids (ICV-D47), 100% malolactic fermentation, three months batonnage (lees stirring) and a further five months barrel maturation.
Bottling Date: 19th December 2006.
Quantity: 77 cases.
Colour: Vibrant pale gold / lemon yellow.
Bouquet: Lifted aromas of vanilla bean, almond meal and preserved lemon.
Palate: A rich and intense wine with abundant fruit married perfectly with quality oak.
Cellaring: Drink on special occassions or cellar with confidence 3 – 5 years.
Price: $45.00 bottle $270 six pack.