M3 Chardonnay

Shaw + Smith M3 Chardonnay draws predominantly from the estate vineyard at Lenswood in the Adelaide Hills, with small parcels of fruit from Piccadilly and Lobethal.

The grapes are handpicked and whole bunch pressed. The juice is fermented with wild yeast and matured on lees, typically in one third new French oak for nine months.

Some lees stirring and partial malolactic fermentation builds flavour complexity in the final wine.

Deep yellow, Shaw + Smith M3 Chardonnay balances generosity and restraint. It has citrus and stone fruits, floral notes and bright acidity. Cellaring potential is seven years.