{"product_id":"wild-folk-natural-preservative-free-yarra-valley-chardonnay-2024","title":"Wild Folk Natural Preservative Free Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2024","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWild Folk is a natural wine range created for drinkers who appreciate wines made with minimal intervention and maximum authenticity. Produced by Fourth Wave Wine, the range champions a hands-off approach to winemaking, allowing the fruit and vineyard to shine. Every wine is wild yeast fermented, preservative free, vegan friendly, unfined and unfiltered, resulting in expressive wines that are true to their origins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion \u0026amp; Vintage Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced from the cool-climate Yarra Valley, this Chardonnay reflects one of Australia's premier regions for elegant and balanced white wines. The region's long growing season encourages the development of vibrant citrus and orchard fruit flavours while retaining natural acidity and freshness. The 2024 vintage produced fruit with excellent flavour concentration and balance, making it particularly well suited to Wild Folk's natural winemaking style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA minimal-intervention philosophy guides every stage of production. The fruit is crushed and pressed before undergoing wild yeast fermentation on oak with full solids. Regular lees stirring adds texture and complexity, while minimal additions preserve the wine's natural character. In keeping with the Wild Folk philosophy, the wine is preservative free, vegan friendly, unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pale straw with subtle golden hues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vibrant citrus, green apple and white peach aromas layered with hints of biscuit, cashew and grilled nuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh and textural with flavours of citrus, orchard fruits and subtle oak influence. A creamy mid-palate is balanced by bright acidity, creating a wine that is both generous and refined.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long and refreshing with lingering citrus notes, savoury complexity and a crisp mineral edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYarra Valley Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreservative free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWild yeast fermented\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegan friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnfined and unfiltered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimal intervention winemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCitrus, apple and stone fruit flavours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreamy texture with bright acidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with roast chicken, grilled seafood, creamy pasta dishes or soft cheeses. Its balance of freshness and texture also makes it an excellent match for mushroom-based dishes and rich seafood preparations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wild Folk Wines","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 1","offer_id":44253164667060,"sku":"WFNPFYVC24-1P","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 6","offer_id":44253164699828,"sku":"WFNPFYVC24-6P","price":192.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5805\/8164\/files\/Wild_Folk_chardonnay.webp?v=1782194040","url":"https:\/\/justwines.com.au\/products\/wild-folk-natural-preservative-free-yarra-valley-chardonnay-2024","provider":"Just Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}