Robert Oatley Finisterre Chardonnay 2024 Margaret River is a premium cool-climate Australian white wine showcasing exceptional terroir from Karridale and Wilyabrup. This sophisticated expression balances structural complexity with restraint, offering layered citrus notes complemented by subtle oak integration.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Brilliant pale gold with green tinges, displaying excellent clarity and viscosity that hints at the wine's textural complexity and careful oak maturation.
Aroma
The nose presents an elegant bouquet of white peach, citrus blossom, and nectarine, interwoven with subtle notes of toasted hazelnuts, vanilla, and struck flint. The restrained oak influence allows the pure fruit expression to shine whilst adding layers of complexity and sophistication.
Palate
The palate reveals remarkable tension between fruit purity and textural elements, with flavours of grapefruit, lemon curd, and white stone fruit supported by creamy oak-derived characters. The wine's structural complexity is balanced by bright acidity, whilst 10 months in French barriques contributes a silky mid-palate texture. The finish is persistent and mineral-driven, characteristic of premium cool-climate Chardonnay, with excellent length and refinement.
Pairs With
This wine pairs beautifully with pan-seared scallops, roasted chicken with herbs, creamy risotto, grilled lobster, aged hard cheeses such as Comté or aged cheddar, and delicate white fish preparations with butter-based sauces.
