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Fresh and vibrant with ripe peach, citrus and a touch of creaminess. A clean, fruit-driven Chardonnay with bright acidity and everyday versatility.
🍷 Tasting Notes: Peach, lemon zest, apricot, light vanilla, subtle creaminess with a fresh mineral finish.
🍽️ Food Pairings: Grilled fish, dim sum, butter prawns, roast chicken, seafood noodles.
🌡️ Serve at: 8–12°C
🍾 Grape: Chardonnay | Region: Qingdao (Shandong), China | Vintage: 2025
The Chardonnay Classic 2025 is Château Nine Peaks’ approachable white, designed to highlight purity of fruit and freshness. Sourced from Qingdao’s coastal vineyards, the wine benefits from a moderate maritime climate that preserves acidity while allowing full ripening. With partial lees ageing and limited oak influence, it strikes a balance between brightness and texture.
Colour
Brilliant golden yellow with clarity.
Aroma & Palate
The nose is expressive, showing ripe peach, citrus and apricot, supported by hints of vanilla and light creaminess. On the palate, the wine is fresh and lively, with vibrant acidity carrying through layers of fruit, complemented by a subtle mineral edge.
Body
Light to medium-bodied with a smooth texture.
Finish
Clean and refreshing, with citrus and mineral notes lingering.
While premium oak-driven Chardonnays often dominate perception, wines like Chardonnay Classic show the importance of freshness and drinkability. This wine reflects the growing capability of Chinese producers to craft approachable, well-balanced whites suited to everyday consumption. For Singapore drinkers, it is an easy, versatile option that pairs naturally with local cuisine.
Recognised as a high-quality entry-level Chardonnay, valued for freshness, balance, and versatility.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Grape Varietals | Chardonnay |
| Region / Sub-Region | Qingdao, Shandong, China |
| Winery | Château Nine Peaks |
| Alcohol % | 13% |
| Fermentation / Vinification | Stainless steel fermentation with partial oak influence |
| Maturation | Lees ageing ~3 months, ~15% barrel component |
| Colour | Golden yellow |
| Aroma | Peach, citrus, apricot, vanilla |
| Palate | Fresh, vibrant, lightly creamy |
| Body | Light to medium-bodied |
| Acidity | 6.4 g/L |
| Tannins | |
| Serving Temperature | 8–12°C |
| Aging Potential | 2–4 years |
| Production | ~35,000 bottles |
| Delivery | Singapore islandwide |
Fresh, clean and approachable—Chardonnay made for everyday enjoyment.
