The Mildura region was established as an agricultural settlement in the 1880s after Alfred Deakin, a former Prime Minister of Australia, encouraged California’s Chaffey Brothers to bring their irrigation expertise to Mildura. The region subsequently became one of the most productive agricultural areas in Australia specialising in citrus, olives, almonds and grapes.
The Deakin Estate range and the premium Alfred range were named in honour of this visionary, Alfred Deakin.
The Deakin Estate property was purchased in 1967 when vineyards were planted. Initially, the grapes grown were picked and sold as fruit. Wine production on the property did not begin until 1980 when a winery facility was built. Fruit quality and wine production improved and in 1994 Deakin Estate the brand was launched in the United Kingdom. A domestic launch followed with the release of the next vintage.
Deakin Estate vineyard is located at Red Cliffs, near Mildura in the North-West of Victoria. The region has become one of the most productive agricultural areas in Australia. There are 350 hectares under vine in the Deakin Estate vineyard. Main varieties include Colombard, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot. On-Site, Deakin Estate has always been at the forefront of viticultural management and research, working with the CSIRO and the University of Adelaide on an ongoing basis.
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Region: The fruit for this wine was harvested from our Deakin Estate vineyards in the Murray Darling region, North West Victoria.
Harvest Date: Early February.
Wine Specifications:
Alcohol: 13.0% pH: 3.38 Acidity: 6.0g/L RS: 3.8g/L
Vinification:
Parcels of fruit destined for the Deakin Estate 2012 Chardonnay were kept separate during a cool fermentation that maximises the fruit character. A number of different yeast strains are used, with a small portion being barrel fermented to add complexity to the wine. Ferments are left on yeast lees and periodically stirred, helping to contribute to a creamier mouth feel. Only the best of the resultant batches make it through to the final Deakin Estate blend.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Brilliant pale straw.
Nose: Fresh pear, citrus and rockmelon notes with subtle, complexing oak characters.
Palate: Rich and smooth with ripe white peach, nectarine and melon flavours. A delicious Chardonnay with a luscious and clean finish.
Cellaring Potential: Best enjoyed young. Serve chilled.
Ideal Food Matches: Warm Cajun chicken salad and grilled Barramundi. Fish and chips or lightly spiced Thai dishes . A versatile wine for any occasion.
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