Chablis, Mont de Milieu, 1er Cru, Samuel Billaud, Burgundy 2024 vs The Listening Station Chardonnay 2024

The Listening Station Chardonnay 2024

The Listening Station Chardonnay is a bright, citrussy white that showcases the freshness and elegance of modern Australian winemaking. Sourced from Victorian vineyards and produced by Boutinot Australia , this is an unoaked, refreshing Chardonnay that balances zesty citrus with ripe white peach and a crisp mineral finish. Why You'll Love It The Listening Station range is known for consistent quality and approachable styles that deliver exceptional value. Boutinot Australia has built a reputation for wines that reflect the country's diverse terroirs with honesty and character, and this Chardonnay is a fine example. Unoaked and harvested at night to retain freshness, it is a wine that lets the fruit and the terroir do the talking, with no malolactic fermentation or oak ageing to obscure the natural clarity of the variety. Vineyard and Production The Victorian vineyards grow on sandy loam soils derived from granite and gneissic bedrock, with moderate fertility and yields that ensure grapes with concentrated flavour. This Chardonnay clone naturally expresses a distinctive tangerine peel note. Grapes are harvested at night to retain freshness, with no malolactic fermentation or oak ageing, resulting in a clean, crisp style with high natural acidity. A judicious addition of Langhorne Creek Chardonnay contributes texture and weight, creating a rounded yet vibrant final wine. Tasting Notes Zesty citrus and ripe white peach are lifted by bright acidity and a clean, linear mineral finish. Unoaked and fresh, this Chardonnay is elegant, pure, and wonderfully drinkable. Perfect Pairings Pairs beautifully with tempura vegetables, aromatic chicken salads, or crispy Chinese-style pork. Also excellent with grilled fish, soft cheeses, and light pasta dishes. Grape Varieties Chardonnay