The Scallywag
Chardonnay 2024
Chardonnay is the classic ‘winemakers grape’; effortlessly able to work with whatever style is in mind and still shine. Changes to fashion never phase this variety; whatever the season it is always ready to impress.
Winemaker's Notes
The amazing array of soils and topographies in McLaren Vale make an amazing range of styles and wines possible here. This Scallywag is sourced from the higher, cooler end of the McLaren Vale; all of the fruit generosity typical of the region, but executed with elegance.
Bouquet & Palate
Vanilla, fresh linen, and white petals waft. It teases tropicality but delivers delicious pear flesh and a titch of white peach. French oak mingles throughout. The palate is brisk, the combination of texture and weight lending just the right kind of succulent Scallywag swagger.
Food Match
Peach glazed pork and garden fresh greens, or gnocchi with asparagus and pesto.
Technical Details
- Type: White
- Varietal: Chardonnay
- Region: South Australia
- Appellation: McLaren Vale
- Vintage: 2024
- Bottling Date: 26/07/2025
- Harvest Date: 14/02/2024
- Maturation: 12 months on lees
- Time in oak: 12 months
- Alcohol: 12.8
- pH: 3.38
- TA: 6.4
- RS: <1.0g/L
- Vegan Friendly: Yes