{"product_id":"2024-felton-road-block-6-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2024 Felton Road Block 6 Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelton Road’s Block 6 Chardonnay comes from meticulously farmed, fully organic and biodynamic vineyards in Bannockburn, Central Otago. Since 2002, the estate has followed a strict estate-only, Demeter-certified approach that emphasises sustainability and purity of fruit. The 2024 release showcases the finesse of the Mendoza clone, whole-bunch pressed and vinified with indigenous yeast in the gravity-flow underground cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression reflects Felton Road’s hallmark of precision and restraint: vibrant fruit, subtle oak integration, and a textural elegance shaped by natural malolactic fermentation and long maturation. A Chardonnay of tension, minerality and quiet power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLifted aromas of citrus blossom, lemon curd, white peach and fresh brioche. Subtle notes of sea spray, almond meal and light oak spice add depth and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA beautifully balanced palate showing crystalline citrus, white nectarine and subtle tropical hints. Fine acidity and a taut mineral line give the wine shape and drive. The texture is creamy yet restrained, with delicate oak framing the fruit. Long, elegant finish with lingering citrus zest, saline focus and gentle smokiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlock 6 forms part of Felton Road’s fully certified organic and biodynamic estate. The vineyards have been managed organically since 2002 and received full Demeter certification in 2010, with BioGro certification added in 2020.\u003cbr\u003ePruning is designed to manage moderate yields and produce an even, light-penetrable canopy. Irrigation is used sparingly, only when soil moisture levels require correction. All grapes are hand-picked, with careful block selection based on clone, rootstock and ongoing viticultural trials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMendoza clone Chardonnay was whole-bunch pressed and transferred directly to barrel without settling, using gentle gravity flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndigenous yeast fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull natural malolactic over spring and summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatured 17 months in French oak (10% new)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo fining or filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis minimal-intervention approach preserves purity, texture and the vineyard’s distinct mineral signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak Use: 10% new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermentation: Indigenous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnfined \u0026amp; Unfiltered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Screwcap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking Window: 2026–2036\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736096797035,"sku":"SK25112201","price":79.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2024FeltonRoadBlock6Chardonnay750ml.png?v=1780390083","url":"https:\/\/kingsburycellars.com.au\/products\/2024-felton-road-block-6-chardonnay-750ml","provider":"Kingsbury Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}