{"product_id":"savaterre-frere-cadet-chardonnay-2024-750ml","title":"Savaterre Frere Cadet Chardonnay 2024 750ml","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Beautifully balanced Beechworth Chardonnay with citrus, stone fruit and a lovely creamy texture.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSavaterre Frère Cadet Chardonnay 2024 is a terrific introduction to one of Beechworth's most respected Chardonnay producers. Made by Keppell Smith, this is a beautifully expressive Victorian white that combines fresh citrus and stone fruit flavours with a lovely creamy texture and a touch of savoury complexity. There's plenty of flavour here, but nothing feels heavy or overdone. If you enjoy Chardonnay with a little richness, refreshing acidity and genuine regional character, this is well worth getting to know.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh white peach, nectarine and lemon zest, with hints of grapefruit, toasted nuts and subtle savoury spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generous stone fruit and citrus flavours with a lovely rounded texture. Notes of white peach, ripe lemon and gentle nuttiness are balanced by fresh acidity, giving the wine both richness and energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long and beautifully balanced, with lingering citrus, delicate savoury notes and a refreshing mineral character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful match for roast chicken with lemon and herbs, grilled barramundi, pan seared scallops or creamy mushroom pasta. It also works beautifully with roast pork, seafood risotto or a selection of soft cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the sort of Chardonnay that makes a relaxed dinner feel a little more special, without needing to make a big fuss about it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSavaterre is a highly regarded boutique winery in Beechworth, northeast Victoria, founded by winemaker Keppell Smith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate has earned an impressive reputation for producing some of Australia's most distinctive Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with wines celebrated for their balance, complexity and ability to develop beautifully with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeechworth is one of Victoria's most exciting premium wine regions, particularly for Chardonnay. Its elevated vineyards, granite influenced soils and cooler growing conditions help produce wines with generous fruit flavours, natural freshness and impressive structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrère Cadet, meaning younger brother in French, is Savaterre's more approachable Chardonnay label. It offers a wonderful introduction to the producer's style, combining the quality and character associated with Beechworth Chardonnay in a wine designed to be enjoyed without years in the cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelicious now for its vibrant citrus, stone fruit and fresh acidity. 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