Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Cullen
Label Name:
 
Kevin John Chardonnay
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Margaret River (Wilyabrup), Western Australia
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
100% Chardonnay
Method:
 
Hand-harvested; wild fermentations in biodynamic barrels, concrete eggs and amphorae; matured ~8 months in 35% new French puncheons; malolactic fermentation; bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-12
Tasting Note:
 
Mineral-driven citrus and white peach with saline, flinty notes, creamy lees, subtle toast and spice. Bright acidity, concentrated mid-palate and a long, chalky citrus finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: roast chicken, mushroom risotto, grilled crayfish with beurre blanc, seared scallops. Asian: miso-glazed black cod, tempura prawns, sashimi/sushi (salmon), creamy coconut Thai dishes.
Vineyard Info:
 
Cullen Wines is a biodynamic, family estate founded by Kevin and Madeline Cullen; now led by Vanya Cullen. Kevin John is the estate single‑vineyard flagship Chardonnay.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Wine Enthusiast 96 pts; Robert Parker (Wine Advocate, Erin Larkin) 97 pts; Huon Hooke (The Real Review) 97 pts; The Wine Front reviews 95–97+ pts