Riggs & Wiggs 'Mangerton' Chardonnay 2024

The Cote and Mangerton Vineyards sit side by side in the Brokenback Range foothills. Originally planted by Alfred Wilkinson and his son Charles in 1866, Mangerton was replanted by Max Drayton in 1978, focusing on Semillon and Chardonnay, with this Chardonnay sourced from east facing blocks on red loam soil.

A modern Chardonnay with medium alcohol and lifted grapefruit/mango characters that follow on to the palate. 8 months in oak, none were new. A fine acid backbone.

Hunter Valley, NSW

Quite pale in colour, fresh with bright citrus, stone fruit and a dribble of honey. Pretty well ready to drink now, will reward with more complex toastiness in 5 years

Ian Cook - FWC