Tyrrell's Wines Winemaker's Selection VAT 47 Chardonnay is an exceptional Australian white wine. The Chardonnay grapes reveal enticing notes of white peach, ripe pear, and citrusy lemon infused with subtle toasty oak complexity. Displaying an elegant minerality, this wine is meticulously handcrafted in the Hunter Valley region. With precise barrel fermentation in French oak, this Chardonnay evokes creamy texture, balanced acidity, and a lengthy finish. An iconic wine, Tyrrell's VAT 47 not only represents the pinnacle of Australian Chardonnay but is also recognised for its age-worthy finesse and underlying complexity, resonating elegance in every sip.

Tasting Notes

A wine with a wonderful core of sweet chardonnay fruit with the subtle underlying oak giving the wine lift and structure with a clean, fresh acid finish. The wine has an extra layer of texture or ‘flintiness’ from the slight solids fermentation. No malolactic fermentation has ensured a tight, lean style of chardonnay that should age well.

About the Winery

Established in the heart of Australia's Hunter Valley, Tyrrell's Wines is a colossal testament to the lineage of fine Australian wine production. For over a 150 years, the Tyrrell family have been the proud custodians of this prosperous estate. Since Edward Tyrrell planted his first vines in 1858, this illustrious winery has gone from strength to strength - becoming synonymous with exceptional quality in the world of wine.

Initially, the winery covered around 60 acres of rich, fertile land. It has continually expanded under successive generations of the Tyrrell family and it now sprawls over an impressive 500 acres. As one manoeuvres through the rolling vineyards, they're met with captivating views of terraced hillsides, ancient Australian fauna and meticulously maintained rows of classic Australian grape varietals, including Semillion, Chardonnay, and Shiraz.

But it's not just about size - the winery has been committed to environmental stewardship. Tyrrell's Wines has made notable strides towards sustainable wine production, whilst also maintaining an unwavering commitment to the highest possible quality, which were granted Organic Certification in 2013.

The state-of-the-art visitor centre is a combination of classic and modern architectural elements. Open daily, it offers wine tastings, and guided private tours, providing a profound insight into the family's rich history and their tireless dedication to winemaking. Visitors can even take drone flights above the expansive vineyards, offering an unusual perspective of this fertile landscape.

Tyrrell's Wines has firmly etched its place in the Australian wine scene and globally, winning numerous awards for its exquisite selections. Among them is the highly coveted Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy for their magnificent Vat 1 Semillon. With a staunch dedication to excellence and a respectful nod to tradition, Tyrrell Wines continually creates wines that captivate and delight: a legacy that, undoubtedly, will endure for generations to come.

With a lush vista that is matchless, coupled with wines of unrivalled character it’s a must-visit for every wine enthusiast. Whether you're an experienced oenophile or just beginning your foray into the world of wines this estate will usher you into Australia’s rich winemaking history and unfold some fascinating insights into the art of viticulture.

https://www.tyrrells.com.au

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