Buy Of The Week AU
Thorn-Clarke Sandpiper Chardonnay 2015, Eden Valley, AUD $19
Fresh green herb and melon-skin aromas, fruit-driven and zesty. Straightforward, clean and crisp on the palate with green apple acidity, finishing with good persistence. (Screwcap)
Score: 89 ★★★½ – view on HuonHooke.com
Alcohol: 13%
Ageing: Drink now to six years.
Food: Stuffed zucchini flowers.
Stockists: David’s Cellars, Annandale, NSW; Parkdale Cellars, Vic (AU); EuroVintage Ltd, Auckland (NZ distributor)
Ranked #9 of 36 2015 Chardonnay tasted from South Australia
Price Benchmark: AUD $29.25 Avg 89pt 2015 Chardonnay tasted from Australia