2024 Paralian Bowyer Ridge Chardonnay

97pts Campbell Mattinson Wine magazine, 96pts The Wine Front, 95pts Halliday – Single Vineyard Excellence from Paralian

The Paralian Bowyer Ridge Chardonnay 2024 showcases the exceptional quality and distinctive character that defines Paralian's commitment to single-vineyard expressions. This elegant wine demonstrates the perfect expression of Chardonnay with its beautiful balance of richness and freshness, capturing the essence of the renowned Bowyer Ridge vineyard's unique terroir and the winery's dedication to crafting world-class wines with precision and coastal influence.

Tasting Notes:

• Appearance: Bright golden color with excellent clarity
• Aroma: Complex bouquet of ripe stone fruits, citrus, and vanilla, complemented by notes of honey, toasted oak, and subtle sea breeze minerality
• Palate: Medium to full-bodied with excellent texture and balance. Flavors of peach, pear, and lemon zest blend harmoniously with hints of butterscotch, spice, and a distinctive coastal mineral backbone
• Finish: Long and satisfying finish with lingering notes of citrus, vanilla, and a touch of salinity

Bowyer Ridge Excellence:

The 2024 vintage represents Paralian's mastery of single-vineyard Chardonnay, showcasing the Bowyer Ridge vineyard's ability to produce wines of exceptional elegance and complexity. This wine embodies the winery's commitment to expressing the unique character of their coastal vineyard sites while creating wines of remarkable depth and aging potential.

Perfect for: Special celebrations, pairing with seafood, roasted poultry, or creamy dishes, or enjoying as an aperitif to appreciate its sophisticated expression of coastal terroir and single-vineyard character.