{"product_id":"ross-hill-pinnacle-orange-nsw-chardonnay-2023-12-bottles","title":"Ross Hill Pinnacle Orange, NSW Chardonnay 2023 - 12 Bottles","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoss Hill Wines is a carbon-neutral, family-owned estate in Orange, New South Wales, managed by the Robson family. The Pinnacle Series showcases their most expressive vineyard sites and includes this focused Chardonnay release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards and Vintage Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes for the 2023 Pinnacle Chardonnay are sourced from high-altitude vineyards across Orange, planted on basalt soils at 750–1,020 m elevation. The cool climate and extended ripening season helped the fruit develop intense varietal clarity while preserving natural acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 25–30% of the wine was fermented in new and seasoned French oak barriques and hogsheads, with weekly lees stirring and full malolactic fermentation to build texture and richness. The remaining portion was stainless-steel fermented to preserve brightness. The wine was bottled under screwcap to maintain freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePale straw in colour with aromas of jasmine, yellow nectarine, melon, nougat and subtle almond meal. On the palate the wine is soft yet focused, showing peach, preserved citrus and gentle spice framed by fine acidity and a creamy mouthfeel. The finish is long and harmoniously balanced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat with roast chicken or pork, creamy seafood dishes, mild cheeses or vegetable risottos. Its texture and detail also suit lightly spiced Asian-style dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStory Behind the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Chardonnay is heritage fruit filtered through cool Orange altitude. The 2023 release balances intensity and poise in every bottle, clear, focused varietal character with measured oak presence and regional clarity. Designed for drinkers seeking expressive, structured Chardonnay with clarity of place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ross Hill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43999108858036,"sku":"VP-RHPNORCH-12P","price":444.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5805\/8164\/files\/buy-Ross-Hill-Pinnacle-Orange-NSW-Chardonnay-2023-12-Bottles-Just-Wines-31910853509300.png?v=1763531178","url":"https:\/\/justwines.com.au\/products\/ross-hill-pinnacle-orange-nsw-chardonnay-2023-12-bottles","provider":"Just Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}