This cracking cool climate Chardonnay by cult Mornington Peninsula winery, Ten Minutes by Tractor, opens with floral, white flower and lime citrus notes that lift from the glass, an enticing entree to lovely sweet citrus fruit on the front palate and a burst of white peach and nectarine. This wine has great concentration and a fine long mineral and textured finish.
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2020 Estate Chardonnay, Paringa Estate
£4200Add to BasketThe Estate series from Paringa is a step up from the Peninsula wines and represent the unique Paringa “style” upon which their reputation has been built. Expressive aromas of lemon sherbet, white peach, and hints of struck match, lead onto a racy palate. Vibrant fruit flavours are framed with crisp acidity which gives the wine a long, linear finish.
The fruit for this wine came from the ‘Estate’ vineyard, and the Callanan’s Road vineyard. The fruit comes from low-yielding vines, some of which are over 30 years old. They are grown in the typical red volcanic, iron-rich soil known as Ferrasol. The vines are sustainably cultivated, respecting the balance of the soil and the biodiversity of the environment.
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2022 Mills Chardonnay, Ten Minutes By Tractor
Original price was: £7200.£5600Current price is: £5600. 22% savingAdd to BasketTen Minutes by Tractor needs little introduction, nor does the man in charge, Martin Spedding. A gently-spoken man with a background in finance and IT, in 2002, he finally acknowledged the fact that his true passion lay in wine. Despite his origins in New South Wales, he simply couldn’t get enough of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and would travel down to Victoria to immerse himself in Australia’s heartland of these noble varieties. In 2003, he visited one of his favourite small wineries on Mornington Peninsula and was delighted to discover that it was for sale. Without a moment’s hesitation, he snapped it up, and so began Martin’s journey with Ten Minutes by Tractor.
In the glass, the 2022 Mills Chardonnay opens with a captivating bouquet of grilled hazelnuts and golden almonds, laced with vibrant aromas of key lime pie, lemon curd, and buttery pastry. On the palate, it reveals an impressive core of power and poise, layers of fleshy yellow nectarine and ripe stone fruits unfold, complemented by nuances of candied citrus peel. A beautifully integrated spine of natural acidity lends energy and lift, guiding the wine through a finely etched, elegant finish.
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2022 McCutcheon Chardonnay, Ten Minutes By Tractor
Original price was: £7200.£5800Current price is: £5800. 19% savingAdd to BasketTen Minutes by Tractor needs little introduction, nor does the man in charge, Martin Spedding. A gently-spoken man with a background in finance and IT, in 2002, he finally acknowledged the fact that his true passion lay in wine. Despite his origins in New South Wales, he simply couldn’t get enough of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and would travel down to Victoria to immerse himself in Australia’s heartland of these noble varieties. In 2003, he visited one of his favourite small wineries on Mornington Peninsula and was delighted to discover that it was for sale. Without a moment’s hesitation, he snapped it up, and so began Martin’s journey with Ten Minutes by Tractor.
In the glass, the 2022 McCutcheon Chardonnay has hints of fresh herb, clove, tarragon, and spice on the nose. The palate is driven by white nectarine, macadamia, and a zesty sherbet edge. A soft, round, and layered palate with a lovely textural finish keeps the wine lingering.
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2022 Wallis Chardonnay, Ten Minutes By Tractor
Original price was: £7200.£6100Current price is: £6100. 15% savingAdd to BasketTen Minutes by Tractor needs little introduction, nor does the man in charge, Martin Spedding. A gently-spoken man with a background in finance and IT, in 2002, he finally acknowledged the fact that his true passion lay in wine. Despite his origins in New South Wales, he simply couldn’t get enough of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and would travel down to Victoria to immerse himself in Australia’s heartland of these noble varieties. In 2003, he visited one of his favourite small wineries on Mornington Peninsula and was delighted to discover that it was for sale. Without a moment’s hesitation, he snapped it up, and so began Martin’s journey with Ten Minutes by Tractor.
Complexity is always the name of the game with the single vineyard ‘Wallis’ Chardonnay, and the 2022 is another exceptional example. In the glass, spice and floral notes dominate the elegant nose while a soft flint edge invites you to dive deep into a complex structure with hints of oyster shell and cumquat.
