Under the Gavel Chardonnay 2021

This forward looking "black" Chardonnay is sourced from a single, organically grown, cool, south-facing vineyard. It revives a centuries-old traditional Burgundian winemaking method now seldom used. Fruit is vigorously, even harshly worked; juice that is so excessively aerated that it turns to an ebony colour at the press; then a thorough, aerated pump-over before settling. Spontaneous fermentation occurred in custom ordered Burgundian barrels, followed by 10 months' ageing before being bottled.

Tasting Note: A pure articulation of Ataraxia's "dirt", this sublime wine effortlessly balances fruit intensity with mineral acidity. A touch of "grip" on a lingering finish deftly rounds off this stylish wine.

Drink now, and until at least 2030.

Bottle Size: 750 ml
Case Size: 6 x 750 ml
Total Quantity Cases Produced: 72
Quantity Cases on offer for this Auction: 50

Alc: 13.5
RS: 2.9
TA: 6.6
pH: 3.37