# Swell Season Chardonnay (2024)

- **Producer:** Swell Season (Wayfinder Wines)
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Western Australia, Australia
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €16
- **Vegan:** No
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rockmelon, fig, vanilla, hazelnut

## About this wine

Swell Season Chardonnay is produced by Wayfinder Wines from their estate vineyard in the Wilyabrup sub-region of Margaret River, Western Australia. The Wayfinder Vineyard, established between 1998 and 2002, has been Australian Certified Organic (ACO) since 2022 and is farmed using regenerative principles, incorporating native biodiversity and livestock. This approach aims to capture the essence of Margaret River, focusing on freshness and approachability. Swell Season is a brand that embodies this connection to the land and a laid-back lifestyle.

## Interesting facts

- The Wayfinder Vineyard is located just 7 kilometers from the Indian Ocean.
- The vineyard is farmed regeneratively, integrating livestock and native flora.
- Certified Australian Organic (ACO) since 2022.
- The vineyard vines were planted between 1998 and 2002.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity and medium-plus body can cut through the richness of creamy sauces and complement the delicate flavors of seafood and poultry. Its structured profile also stands up well to dishes with subtle herbal or citrus notes.

## Wine making process

Swell Season Chardonnay is crafted from grapes grown at the Wayfinder Vineyard in Margaret River. The vineyard is managed under Australian Certified Organic (ACO) standards and employs regenerative farming practices, integrating livestock and native flora to foster a balanced ecosystem. While specific details on fermentation vessels, yeast types, and aging for the 2024 vintage are not publicly disclosed, the winemaking approach focuses on expressing the purity of the fruit and the unique terroir of the single vineyard. The goal is to create a wine that is fresh, approachable, and reflective of its sustainable origins.