Robert Oatley Vineyards James Oatley TIC TOK Chardonnay 2009

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Mudgee Pemberton, Australia
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Score: Natalie's score Community Score: 4.3/5 Community Reviews: 3 Add My Review Product #: 187104 Wine Type: White Wine Add to my...CellarFavouritesShopping ListWish ListWine Lists	Price: $14.95 Alcohol: 13.2% Drink: 2012-2013 Sweetness: Dry Bottle size: 750 ml Winery: Robert Oatley Vineyards Agent: Profile Wine Group
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Reviewed June 22, 2012 by Natalie MacLean

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Mark Cochrane rated this wine as 85/100 with the following review: One of the things I like about wine is it's history and the background on James Oatley and how he went from convict to vineyard owner is interesting to say the least. They produced a bright yellow Chardonnay from Mudgee (85%) & Pemberton (15%) in Australia with a nice aroma of citrus and pear. A long grapefruit finish with some vanilla and minerality makes this crisp chardonnay a nice accompaniment with salmon, lobster or sitting on the back deck eating peel and eat shrimp.

A unique blend of grapes from two sides of Australia’s vast continent: Mudgee NSW and Pemberton WA (85% and 15% respectively). Our winemakers have cleverly blended a number of parcels with various components undergoing a combination of tank and barrel ferment along with French oak maturation. It’s a terrific example of modern Australian chardonnay, where fruit and texture are the vital components, with oak playing a supporting role. Lovely pineapple and fresh fig flavours, creamy, spicy oak with a touch of vanilla and a long, textured finish.

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Serve this wine between 55-60 degrees Farenheit or 12-16 degrees Celsius. Tip: If your bottle is at room temperature, put it in ice water for about 30 minutes or in the fridge for about three hours to chill it.