2021 The Architect Chardonnay, Philip Shaw, Orange, NSW
2021 The Architect Chardonnay, Philip Shaw, Orange, NSW
£17.99
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The Architect Chardonnay by Philip Shaw is a pale straw yellow with a slight green tinge. The nose is complex and alluring with honeyed fruit, vibrant citrus and a touch of toast. It has a fresh palate with layers of stone fruit, savoury characteristics and creamy nuances. Bright citrus acidity gives the wine clarity and drive. The nose is complex and alluring with honeyed fruit, vibrant citrus and a touch of toast.
Philip Shaw has been making wine for 56 years and has twice been named International Winemaker of the Year and Australian Winemaker of the Year. The wines are estate grown and made at Koomooloo Vineyard. Sitting in one of the coolest and highest growing regions in Australia, Orange. The vineyard is unique for Australia with over 10 passes by hand, with all the grapes being hand sorted in the winery.
The Architect is part of Philip Shaw’s ‘Character’ series which are named after the main qualities he feels you need to make a successful vigneron. Other wines in the range include The Dreamer (Viognier), The Conductor (Merlot), The Wirewalker (Pinot Noir), and last but not least The Idiot (Shiraz)!
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