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AI ResearchedThe Parker Estate Mill Block Chardonnay 2025 is a single-vineyard Chardonnay sourced from the Mill Block sub-section of the Williams vineyard at the southern end of Coonawarra. Barrel fermented with wild yeast and aged five months in French oak, it delivers generous, full flavours shaped by the cool climate and classic Terra Rossa over limestone soils. Priced accessibly at AUD $24, it earned 91 points from QWine and was reviewed by the Halliday Wine Companion.
Parker Estate (Parker Coonawarra Estate)
John and Faye Parker established Parker Coonawarra Estate in 1985, and the privately owned winery is located at the southernmost tip of Coonawarra's terra rossa soil, just north of the historic town of Penola. The estate is known for its commitment to producing faithful expressions of cool-climate varietals from Coonawarra's celebrated growing region.
Blend
100% Chardonnay
Tasting Profile
Barrel fermented with wild yeast and five months in French oak, the wine shows yellow-fleshed peaches, nectarines, buttered toast, roasted cashews and creamy nougat. A sprinkle of ginger spice adds intrigue, with a zesty lemony tang keeping things lively and fresh.
Region
Coonawarra in South Australia is one of Australia's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions, renowned for its distinctive terra rossa (red) soils over limestone, which limit vine yields and concentrate flavours. The Mill Block sits at the southernmost end of the region, the last to ripen, lending extra complexity and freshness to the fruit.
Price Context
AUD $24.00 per bottle (RRP), available as a 6-pack for AUD $156.00 (~$26/bottle at some retailers)
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