Serve with roasted chicken with lemon and thyme, grilled scallops or a simple risotto with brown butter and mushrooms, best enjoyed in a relaxed, candlelit dinner with close friends. This Toolangi Chardonnay 2024 – Yarra Valley release is an excellent choice for those who want a finely balanced, cool‑climate chardonnay with real texture and age‑worthiness.

Toolangi Chardonnay 2024 from Yarra Valley opens with a bright, lifted presence drawn from the elevated slopes of the Yarra, shaped by winemaker Michael Dhillon with a focus on fruit purity and restrained oak. This wine is a compelling buy for lovers of precise, mineral‑driven whites that feel generous without crossing into heaviness.

On the nose there is white peach, nectarine and citrus zest layered with subtle brioche, toasted almond and a whisper of struck match, framed by bright acidity and a fine‑grained texture. The palate is light‑medium yet layered, with a cool, saline finish that keeps you coming back to the glass throughout the meal.