Katnook Estate Chardonnay 2022 from Coonawarra is a refined, pale‑straw chardonnay that captures cool‑climate freshness with a lovely sense of quiet power and poise in the glass. This 2022 Katnook Estate Chardonnay is all about elegance, texture and drive rather than showy oak – very classy drinking.

Aromas of wet limestone, peach skin, preserved lemon and cashew butter lead the charge, with subtle stone fruit and citrus zest hovering in the background. The palate is full yet linear, offering savoury citrus, kaffir lime, cashew and peach, carried by bright acidity and a long, refreshing, chalky finish. It’s a beautifully balanced style that will appeal to lovers of modern, mineral‑edged chardonnay.

Food‑wise, it’s brilliant with grilled haloumi and lemon, roast chicken, pan‑fried fish or seafood pasta, where that citrus‑cashew depth really sings. It will also sit nicely alongside soft cheeses, roast vegetable salads or a simple roast chook for Sunday lunch, and has the structure to cellar comfortably for up to five years.