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AI ResearchedWynns 'The Siding' Chardonnay 2026 is an approachable, cool-climate white from Coonawarra, South Australia, named after the historic Coonawarra railway siding that was once a vital hub for transporting wine to the world. It showcases the region's suitability for fine white wines alongside its celebrated reds, with elegant fruit character shaped by a long ripening season. Matured partly in new and seasoned French oak barrels and partly in stainless steel, it offers both freshness and texture at an accessible price point.
Wynns Coonawarra Estate
Founded in 1891 by John Riddoch and acquired by David and Samuel Wynn in 1951, Wynns Coonawarra Estate is now the region's largest vineyard and is owned by Treasury Wine Estates. It is one of Australia's most iconic and historic wineries, renowned for its terra rossa soils and over 130 years of winemaking excellence.
Blend
100% Chardonnay
Tasting Profile
Pale green straw in colour with a nose of white stone fruit, poached pear, and praline; the palate delivers elegant pear and nectarine flavours supported by a creamy cashew nut texture. Natural cool-climate acidity draws out a clean, flinty lingering finish with light spice and preserved lemon.
Region
Coonawarra, in South Australia's Limestone Coast, is celebrated for its distinctive terra rossa soils over limestone and a cool southerly climate that produces wines of exceptional structure and elegance — comparable in its versatility to Bordeaux for both reds and whites. It is particularly renowned for Cabernet Sauvignon but increasingly recognised for outstanding Chardonnay and Riesling.
Price Context
Typically retails for approximately AUD $15–$22 per 750ml bottle in Australia, representing excellent value for a cool-climate Coonawarra Chardonnay.
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