Bin 311 Chardonnay 2017 Holiday by NIGO
Penfolds
Bin 311 Chardonnay 2017 Holiday by NIGO
Overview
Overview
Give no ordinary gift this festive season with the Holiday Collection by NIGO. A limited release to mark 180 years of innovative winemaking at Penfolds.
NIGO, Penfolds first Creative Partner, has designed this collectible festive green gift box to accompany Bin 311, our cutting-edge, cool-climate Chardonnay. A fresh, expressive and multi-layered Chardonnay with white nectarine, grapefruit and mouth-watering acidity.
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Multi Region |
| Volume | 750 mL |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
| Alc/Vol | 12.5% |
| Peak Drinking | Now - 2025 |
| Winemaker | The Penfolds Team |
Awards and Accolades
Awards and Accolades
| 95 points | James Halliday |
| 95 points | Campbell Mattinson |
| Silver | 2018 Adelaide Wine Show |
| Silver | 2018 National Wine Show of Australia |
| Silver | 2018 Royal Brisbane Wine Show |
| Bronze | 2018 Perth Royal Wine Show |
| Bronze | 2018 Decanter World Wine Awards |
James Halliday
"From Adelaide Hills, Tasmania and Tumbarumba, matured for 8 months in French oak (25% new). Super-elegant; carries itself with sotto voce confidence, fruit, oak and acid in nigh-on perfect balance; a crisp, lively finish. - 95 Points."
Campbell Mattinson
"There are many elements here and yet they present in unison. Dry, serious finish. Bristling length. Excellent wine. Will mature beautifully. - 95 Points."
Food Pairing
Food Pairing
Chicken
Fish
Seafood
Pork
Cheese
Pasta
Veg
Taste Description
Taste Description
Nose
Fresh and inviting – complexed by yeast lees-derived nougat and ground pistachio/almond/roasted chestnut. Scents of deconstructed crème brûlée ‘(flamed top and custardy middle), enhanced by ripe white nectarine and peach fruits. A liberal sprinkle of crushed rock/pebble dust (quartz, limestone?) certainly adds interest.
Flavours and Palate
A very lively palate of freshly sliced cucumber and lime citrus flavours hovering over a soft and succulent acid underpinning. A tight phenolic grip induces wonderful length and drive to the finish. A cool climate regional trio – three different chardonnay expressions of texture/acidity/tightness/purity coalesce, propelling combined fruits/flavours. A ‘new Bin 311’ is revealed.
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
South Australia
Home to the oldest vines in the country, and no less than 18 wine growing regions, South Australia accounts for almost 50% of Australia’s wine production. The Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek and Coonawarra are well known for their world class reds, with Adelaide Hills, Clare Valley and Eden Valley praised for their exceptional Chardonnay and Riesling.