Oakridge

864 Funder & Diamond Drive Block Chardonnay 2024

The Oakridge 864 range is a showcase of highly detailed micro-selections from the most exceptional single vineyard sites in the Yarra Valley. This Chardonnay comes from the Henk Vineyard, Aqueduct Block in Woori Yallock, a north-facing site at 240 metres elevation. Planted in 2008, the vineyard’s red volcanic soils and cool climate produce wines of precision, purity and depth. A vibrant Chardonnay with bold aromas of grapefruit and spice. Once that initial burst settles, an incredibly detailed web of fruit, florals, and spice unfolds - revealing notes of mint fudge, gunflint, and a dash of sea spray and nori. On the palate, ripe citrus, white peach, and green melon take center stage. Hints of cashew and prosciutto lend a captivating nod to umami, while the texture is truly beguiling - striking a perfect balance between grapefruit pith and fleshy gloss for an effortless flow. It is a finely woven tapestry of texture and flavour that lingers long after the glass is empty. How can a Chardonnay hold so much complexity and presence? Unquestionably one of the finest Funder & Diamond releases we have ever seen.