The 2025 Ravensworth Estate Chardonnay is a distinctive Canberra District white made from estate-grown fruit in Murrumbateman. It shows green apple, white nectarine and stone fruit alongside oatmeal, sourdough, vanilla wafer and a subtle sea-spray character. Natural fermentation, extended lees ageing and a combination of French oak and glass wine globes give the wine an unusual combination of aromatic clarity, savoury depth and creamy texture.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied and beautifully textured, with vibrant acidity supporting layers of green apple, nectarine, citrus and ripe stone fruit. Oatmeal, sourdough and gentle almond notes add savoury complexity, while fine mineral and saline characters provide tension and length. The French oak contributes subtle spice and structure without overwhelming the fruit, while the wine-globe component helps preserve a clear, lifted expression of Chardonnay. The finish is dry, long and persistent, with lingering citrus, orchard fruit, savoury lees and mineral notes.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Chardonnay drinkers who enjoy expressive Australian whites with texture, freshness and a more distinctive winemaking style. The wine is already approachable but has the acidity, concentration and structure to develop further savoury and nutty complexity in bottle. Best enjoyed over the next 5–10 years. Serve lightly chilled with roast chicken in a creamy velouté, seared scallops with brown butter, grilled trout with lemon, butter-poached marron, or mushroom and leek risotto.
