2023 Nick Spencer Tumbarumba Chardonnay

Graceful yet full-bodied look at Tumbarumba from one of NSW's finest Chardonnay makers.
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The Nick Spencer Tumbarumba Chardonnay is a standout release from one of New South Wales' top winemakers. Crafted by Nick Spencer, this wine reflects his decade+-long commitment to showcasing the outstanding quality and character of Chardonnay from the cool Tumbarumba region of NSW.

This particular Chardonnay comes from the Coppabella vineyard, located at 700 meters above sea level on decomposed granite soils. The cool climate and high elevation give the grapes their pure, vibrant flavours. The winemaking process includes hand-picking the fruit, lightly pressing it to a combination of French oak puncheons and amphoras, and maturing it for 14 months on gross lees, which brings a luscious depth and richness to this high-tensile cool-climate style of Chardonnay.

Nick Spencer is a well-respected figure in the NSW wine industry, known for his balanced and stylish wines. With over two decades of experience and a reputation for innovation, he continues to push the boundaries of winemaking in NSW High Country.

This offering from Nick is an excellent modern Australian Chardonnay, any way you dice it.

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    Brenden M.
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Nice win

    Very enjoyable, nice balance

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    Fran L.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Tasty

    Great tasting Chardonnay

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    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    2019 Nick Spencer Tumbarumba Chardonnay

    Lacked flavour and not well balanced in my view. May get better with age

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2023 Tumbarumba Chardonnay , NSW

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Tasting Notes

This richer fuller bodied style of chardonnay is well paired with Roast Chicken or creamy pasta dishes.

Food & Serving Suggestions

This style of chardonnay lends itself to classic pairings. Oysters perhaps being the most obvious one but any light seafood would pair perfectly with this wine.

Vineyard Information

The fruit is grown on the Coppabella vineyard near the village of Tumbarumba. The vineyard lies at 700m / asl on light decomposed granite soils.

Winemaking

The fruit was hand picked and lightly pressed to French oak puncheons (500 L) and amphoras. The wine then matured in oak and amphoras for 14 months on gross lees prior to bottling.

Technical Analysis

alc/ vol - 12.5%

Acidity - 6.8g/L

pH - 3.3

Price Bracket $31 to $40
Type White
Body Full Bodied
Variety Chardonnay
Country Australia
Region Tumbarumba
Australian State NSW
Size 750ml
Vintage 2023
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Nick Spencer Wines

Nick Spencer is one of NSW's most decorated winemakers. Over the span of more than two decades, he has become perhaps the state's most outspoken advocate for the potential of the regions of the NSW High Country, in particular, Tumbarumba and Gundagai.

Nick's wines exemplify balance, style, immense drinkability and exceptional value for money. As his label has expanded, his winemaking has become more adventurous, now incorporating the use of amphora, sulphur-free bottlings and a more stripped-back winemaking style to highlight the quality of the fruit that these lesser-known NSW regions can produce.

He is one of the most important producers in NSW today and is the touchstone of quality for the state.

Winemaker Nick Spencer Nick Spencer Wines

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