The 2023 Margaret River Robert Oatley Signature Series Chardonnay is a bright, mid-weight, white peach-accented, gently oaked wine grown on selected sites across Australias highest performing Chardonnay region.

“This is not just an inexpensive, tasty white wine but a detailed, multi-faceted creation with a Margaret River Signature inked across its wondrous flavour. It is far too easy to drink, epically balanced and even treated to some decent carpentry, although it is stunningly well hidden. What more could you ask for?” – Matthew Dukes

Robert Oatley Signature Series Chardonnay 2023 Margaret River delivers bright, mid-weight elegance with white peach character and gentle oak from Australia\’s premier Chardonnay region. Crafted by acclaimed winemaker Larry Cherubino from premium vineyard sites spanning Karridale to Wilyabrup, this detailed, multi-faceted wine showcases Margaret River\’s distinctive power and finesse in an immediately appealing, epically balanced style. Tasting Notes Appearance Bright pale gold with green tinges, displaying excellent clarity and vibrancy that reflects the wine\’s cool-climate origins and careful winemaking. Aroma The nose reveals lifted aromas of white peach, nectarine and citrus blossom, complemented by subtle notes of cashew and toasted almond from gentle oak influence. Delicate floral hints add complexity whilst maintaining the wine\’s fresh, inviting character. Palate Medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, the palate delivers flavours of white peach, grapefruit and lemon curd framed by fine, persistent acidity. The gentle oak treatment adds textural richness and subtle complexity without overwhelming the pure fruit expression, whilst the absence of malolactic fermentation preserves the wine\’s long, fine acid line and refreshing finish. Pairs With This versatile Chardonnay complements grilled prawns, pan-seared scallops, roasted chicken, creamy pasta dishes, soft cheeses and Asian cuisine with delicate spicing, whilst its balanced structure and refreshing acidity make it equally enjoyable as an aperitif or alongside lighter seafood preparations. Cellaring: Enjoy now to 2028.

Robert Oatley Signature Series Chardonnay 2023 Margaret River delivers bright, mid-weight elegance with white peach character and gentle oak from Australia’s premier Chardonnay region. Crafted by acclaimed winemaker Larry Cherubino from premium vineyard sites spanning Karridale to Wilyabrup, this detailed, multi-faceted wine showcases Margaret River’s distinctive power and finesse in an immediately appealing, epically balanced style.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Bright pale gold with green tinges, displaying excellent clarity and vibrancy that reflects the wine’s cool-climate origins and careful winemaking.

Aroma

The nose reveals lifted aromas of white peach, nectarine and citrus blossom, complemented by subtle notes of cashew and toasted almond from gentle oak influence. Delicate floral hints add complexity whilst maintaining the wine’s fresh, inviting character.

Palate

Medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, the palate delivers flavours of white peach, grapefruit and lemon curd framed by fine, persistent acidity. The gentle oak treatment adds textural richness and subtle complexity without overwhelming the pure fruit expression, whilst the absence of malolactic fermentation preserves the wine’s long, fine acid line and refreshing finish.

Pairs With

This versatile Chardonnay complements grilled prawns, pan-seared scallops, roasted chicken, creamy pasta dishes, soft cheeses and Asian cuisine with delicate spicing, whilst its balanced structure and refreshing acidity make it equally enjoyable as an aperitif or alongside lighter seafood preparations.

Cellaring: Enjoy now to 2028.