The 2023 West Cape Howe Styx Gully Chardonnay is a premium single-vineyard Chardonnay from Mount Barker in Western Australia's Great Southern region. Crafted by West Cape Howe Wines, this cool-climate Chardonnay showcases the purity and elegance of the Styx Gully vineyard, with aromas of white peach, nectarine, citrus, Nashi pear and subtle cashew, complemented by delicate notes of brioche and flinty minerality from careful French oak maturation.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with a beautifully textured mouthfeel and bright natural acidity. Flavours of stone fruit, lemon, grapefruit and melon are layered with subtle oak, chalky minerality and a touch of creamy complexity, leading to a long, fresh finish with impressive balance and precision.
Ben's Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent Great Southern Chardonnay for those who enjoy refined, cool-climate wines with freshness and texture. Enjoy now or cellar over the next 6–9 years. Pair with grilled barramundi, roast chicken, creamy mushroom pasta, roast pork or soft-ripened cheeses.
