ON-12653

Xanadu Djl Chardonnay 2018, Margaret River, Western Australia

Chardonnay Chardonnay
Western Australia, Australia

$21.25 (12653)

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5
February 22, 2020

Critic Reviews (4)

Sara d'Amato
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Sara d'Amato

This western Australian chardonnay is exemplary of the region: fresh, sea breezy and delightfully juicy. Gently laced...

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Michael Godel
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Michael Godel

We haven’t seen a Xanadu chardonnay in four vintages here in Ontario and while that’s a shame we should thank our...

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David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

This is a lively, firm and flavourful chardonnay from mature vines in the maritime Margaret River region of West...

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John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

A very pretty Margaret River chardonnay here, in the minimalist style, balanced fresh, with the right degree of fruit...

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Community Reviews (1)

Jason Solanki
Jason Solanki

This Chardonnay was barrel-fermented in mostly used French oak barrels and spent another 9 months in oak for maturation prior to the final blend. It has a medium+ intensity nose of pear, stone fruit, and lime citrus. Oak is mostly a textural element on the medium-full bodied palate with tart citrus, pear, and green apple flavours. Acids are juicy, while the finish length is very good. Tasted Jan/2020.

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