{"product_id":"2025-balnaves-of-coonawarra-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2025 Balnaves of Coonawarra Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBalnaves brings its hands-on Coonawarra approach to a Chardonnay that balances freshness with barrel-derived texture. The 2025 release offers a different perspective on an estate rooted in the southern terra rossa strip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFloral and citrus characters sit alongside a gently nutty palate, making this a versatile Australian white for the table rather than a wine defined by oak alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA warm, dry growing season encouraged early ripening in Coonawarra, while attentive water management helped maintain healthy vines. Hand harvesting in late February was followed by whole-bunch pressing and barrel fermentation. Eleven months on lees, with 17% new oak, developed texture without losing the vintage's brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalnaves of Coonawarra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVintage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoonawarra, South Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustralia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClosure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStill white wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-picked fruit and whole-bunch pressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel fermentation followed by extended lees ageing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA measured 17% new-oak component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small production of 36 barriques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJasmine and citrus peel give the bouquet a fragrant, lifted character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChamomile and almond-like richness add detail to a fresh, textured core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrisp and refreshing, with a savoury, nutty impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarbecued fish with lime and chilli.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy mushroom risotto with parmesan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled crayfish with herb butter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken with lemon and thyme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePan-seared scallops with cauliflower purée.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suggested at 10–12°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy its fresh fruit now, or allow a few years for the lees-aged texture and nutty detail to become more integrated. Store in a cool, stable cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended drinking window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy young or over the next few years with suitable storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCritic scores and reviews will be updated when available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JC FINE WINES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68015655321902,"sku":"8340190613","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2025-balnaves-of-coonawarra-chardonnay-750ml.png?v=1794530749","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2025-balnaves-of-coonawarra-chardonnay-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}