Seville Estate Wines 'Reserve' Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2021 (limited) - 6 Bottles

Winery Overview

Seville Estate’s Reserve range highlights the most exceptional fruit sourced from select estate blocks, with every bunch carefully assessed in the vineyard. Frequently drawn from the original 1972 plantings, these wines reflect the estate’s commitment to expressing site, season, and varietal character at the highest level.

Region & Vintage Conditions

The 2021 vintage stands as one of the Upper Yarra’s finest, shaped by mild temperatures and evenly paced rainfall that encouraged steady growth and balanced ripening. These ideal conditions allowed Chardonnay to develop purity, intensity, and layered flavour while maintaining brilliant natural acidity.

Source

Harvested from individual estate blocks, with Reserve-quality bunches hand-selected in the vineyard, often incorporating fruit from the historic 1972 Chardonnay plantings.

Winemaking

Handpicked fruit, whole-bunch assessed in the vineyard, then crafted with a focus on purity and tension. Wild fermentation and carefully managed maturation enhance texture, complexity, and long-term ageability, preserving both delicacy and precision.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Bright and pale with clarity and youthful luminosity.

Aroma: Highly concentrated and pure, offering notes of market fruits, Calisson de Provence, cashew meal, lemon oil nougat, and ginger shrub.

Palate: Powerful yet refined, driven by zippy acidity and layered citrus, lemon zest, lemon flesh, and lemon leaf, building complexity as it warms in the glass.

Finish: Long, energetic, and confidently structured, with clear potential for remarkable ageing.

Key Characteristics

• Fresh, energetic Chardonnay ideal for slow, intentional sipping.

• Layered citrus and elegant texture showcasing cool-climate finesse.

• Age-worthy structure that will deepen beautifully over time.

Food Pairing

Perfect with seared scallops, poached lobster, roast chicken, or creamy vegetable dishes.