Rita Hills
a perpetual blend of Chardonnay
Yarra Yering Chardonnay 2024 — 96 Points | Huon Hooke
The Chardonnay undergoes 100% malolactic fermentation
and fresh brioche add quiet depth without overshadowing the wine’s linear
Domaine Francois Xavier Lambert Côtes du Rhône Grenache / Syrah Cambrian soil wine Rita HillsThe palate is juicy, supple, and warmly spiced, with ripe red cherry, raspberry, and plum giving an easy, generous entry. Acidity is fresh but soft, keeping the wine lively without sharpness. Tannins are round, gentle, and lightly grippy, offering just enough structure to frame the fruit. A subtle line of garrigue herbs, pepper, and warm spice brings classic southern Rhne character. The midpalate is smooth, mediumbodied, and fruitforward, showing