The Schild name has a long history in the Barossa, dating back to 1952 when Ben Schild purchased the Three Springs Farm property in Rowland Flat and settled with his family. Today, second and third generation vigneron’s work side by side to solidify Schild Estate’s reputation, built on its commitment to translating the unique tapestry of its vineyards into wines that speak of honesty and drinkability.
2011 BAROSSA UNWOODED CHARDONNAY
Sourced from low yielding vines located in the hills on the eastern edge of the Barossa Valley, the 2011 Schild Estate Barossa Chardonnay demonstrates what can be achieved with this variety by using fruit harvested from carefully selected parcels from the cooler portions of the Barossa.
Fermented at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks in order to preserve the fresh fruit flavours, this wine is also supported by a complex structure and a rich, full flavour derived from techniques such as extended lees contact post fermentation rather than through the use of oak.
COLOUR:
Pale gold with green hues.
BOUQUET:
Lifted notes of banana and tropical fruit.
PALATE:
Traces of stone fruit and rock melon combine with solid mid palate weight and a fine taut structure to provide clear direction and balance to this wine.
