Pooley Cooinda Vale Chardonnay 2024

Product Description:
The 2024 Pooley Cooinda Vale Chardonnay is a refined single-vineyard expression that captures the precision and elegance of Tasmania’s Coal River Valley. Sourced from the historic Cooinda Vale vineyard, this wine reflects a site long recognised for producing Chardonnay of depth and clarity. The cool climate and sheltered aspect of the vineyard contribute to fruit of remarkable purity, allowing bright acidity and mineral tension to take centre stage. In the glass, the wine is poised and finely detailed, balancing concentrated citrus and stone fruit with subtle savoury complexity. Gentle use of French oak and extended lees contact add texture and nuance without overshadowing the fruit. The palate shows restraint and focus, with a creamy mid-palate offset by a taut, linear structure. The 2024 vintage highlights both finesse and quiet power, offering freshness, balance and precision throughout. This Chardonnay expresses a strong sense of place and craftsmanship, making it suitable for immediate enjoyment or thoughtful cellaring over the medium term.

Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Fresh and mineral-driven
Aromas of white peach, nectarine and lemon zest, layered with hints of clover blossom, almond meal, crème fraîche and subtle crushed stone.

PALATE
– Elegant and finely textured
Concentrated stone fruit and citrus flavours carried by bright, natural acidity, supported by creamy lees texture, gentle oak spice and a restrained nutty complexity.

FINISH
– Long and savoury
A persistent, mineral-lined finish with citrus lift and a refined stony savouriness that lingers cleanly and precisely.

Reviews & Accolades
“Juicy white peach, nectarine and citrus fruits with hints of soft spice and clover blossom, crème fraîche, oatmeal, almond paste and crushed riverstone. The palate is slinky and elegant with excellent line and length, finishing long and savoury.” — Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion, 95 points

“A glossy, nutty Chardonnay showing buttered peach, stone fruit, citrus zip and flinty texture. Solid length with good balance and structure.” — Gary Walsh, The Wine Front, 91 points

Finer Details:
Style – White Wine
Varietal – Chardonnay
Country – Australia
Region – Coal River Valley, Tasmania
Vintage – 2024
Bottle Size – 750ml
ABV – 13.5%