{"product_id":"2024-brokenwood-indigo-vineyard-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2024 Brokenwood Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Brokenwood Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay comes from Beechworth, one of Australia’s finest regions for Chardonnay. Low yields in 2024 have given this wine added concentration, while its pale yellow-green colour, grapefruit lift and bright acidity keep the style fresh, detailed and energetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIndigo Vineyard brings together varied soils, aspects, clones and vine age. In 2024, frost reduced yields significantly, but the remaining fruit ripened quickly and arrived in excellent condition, producing a Chardonnay of purity, texture and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season followed above-average rainfall through 2023 and a major frost event in late October, which reduced Chardonnay yields across some blocks by as much as 75%. Indigo received more than 100mm of rain in both October and December, creating a vigorous canopy that helped offset frost damage. January cleared, and low yields ensured rapid ripening. Fruit picking commenced on 12 February.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was whole-bunch pressed and wild fermented in French oak, mostly 500L puncheons. It was fermented in 39% new French oak, with the balance in older oak from a range of cooperages. Extended lees contact contributes bran meal, toast and textural complexity while preserving a zesty line of acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle-vineyard Chardonnay from Indigo Vineyard, Beechworth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e96 points - Toni Paterson, Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e95 points - Huon Hooke, The Real Review\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlatinum Medal, 97 points - 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWild fermented in French oak, mostly 500L puncheons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points - Decanter World Wine Awards, awarded 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlatinum Medal awarded at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points - Toni Paterson, Halliday Wine Companion, published 19 June 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nToni Paterson praised its intense white nectarine, grapefruit and fragrant quince notes, with power, presence, length and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points - Huon Hooke, The Real Review, tasted 11 January 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBright, fresh and high-energy, with struck-flint, oatmeal, lemon citrus and crushed nut aromas. Huon Hooke described the palate as refined, taut and elegant, with fine fruit sweetness and a bright future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points - Royal Queensland Wine Awards, awarded 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGold Medal awarded at the 2025 Royal Queensland Wine Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little fuller in colour than previous vintages, reflecting the impact of low yield, while still showing a pale yellow-green hue. The nose offers ripe grapefruit, bran meal and toast notes from wild fermentation and extended lees contact. Crisp acidity and balanced alcohol create a zesty mouthfeel, with grapefruit pith and rock melon carrying through a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with richer seafood, roast scallop, pan-fried chicken, light meats, mushrooms or classic roast chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking well now, with further bottle age expected to build additional complexity and texture. Huon Hooke lists a drinking window of 2026-2039.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Brokenwood\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrokenwood is one of Australia’s most respected producers, founded in the Hunter Valley and now known for an impressive portfolio that includes single-vineyard wines from premium regions such as Beechworth. Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay highlights Brokenwood’s skill with site-focused Chardonnay, combining regional freshness with careful oak and lees work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVintage: 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProducer: Brokenwood Wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWine: Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCountry: Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRegion: Beechworth, Victoria\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 13.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003epH: 3.29\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcidity: 6.51 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResidual Sugar: 1.1 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWine Style: White Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWine Sweetness: Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormat: 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kingsbury Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53622747922795,"sku":"1761885573","price":79.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/BW_Indigo_Vineyard_ChardonnayNV.jpg?v=1785290120","url":"https:\/\/kingsburycellars.com.au\/products\/2024-brokenwood-indigo-vineyard-chardonnay-750ml","provider":"Kingsbury Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}