Chardonnay from Margaret River, Australia
Vintage: 2020
Volume: 750ml
 
Xanadu was established by Dr John Lagan, an Irishman, who arrived in Margaret River in 1968. Lovers of literature will remember Xanadu as Samuel Coleridge’s mysterious, idyllic, exotic city; home of Kubla Khan. Dr Lagan, drew parallels between Coleridge’s visions of utopia and his newly adopted home, and thus the name Xanadu was born.
Xanadu continues to be a family owned and operated winery dedicated to producing wines of quality and distinction that reflect the true characteristics of the Margaret River region. This has been highlighted by the numerous trophies and accolades Xanadu has been awarded, including James Halliday’s Wine of the Year in 2014. In 2017 their 2015 Reserve Chardonnay was awarded the Six Nations Trophy for Best Wine of Show, Best White Wine and Best Chardonnay and in 2018 they were the proud recipients of the Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy for their 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon.
 
Wonderfully expressive chardonnay from this great vintage. It's a single vineyard wine all from the original planting on the Lagan estate and has been made with al natural wild yeasts with reguar lees stirring. Goodall doesn't put this wine through malolactic fermentation, contributing to its brightness and tense energy. It has an intriguing mix of savoury and brioche with a light honeycomb crumble. Arguably the finest yet from this estate.
 
• Gold Medal Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2020.
• 2023 Halliday Winemaker of the Year.