2024 De Iuliis Chardonnay

One of the best value Hunter Valley Chardonnays from the ever-consistent Mike De Iuliis.
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Description

No one’s quite sure how he pulls it off, but Mike De Iuliis keeps turning out some of the Hunter’s best-value wines, vintage after vintage. His Chardonnay has become a bit of a local favourite – always bright, balanced and genuinely satisfying to drink.

The fruit is all hand-picked and handled gently in the winery, with just enough oak to add shape without drowning out that fresh stone fruit and citrus core. It’s got a lovely, easy flow to it – creamy in texture but still crisp and lively through the finish.

This is Hunter Chardonnay made for pure enjoyment – no pretence, no overthinking. Just a beautifully made, modern Aussie white that punches well above its weight.

Customer Reviews

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3 reviews
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    Peter T.
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    4 years ago
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    2021 De Iuliis Chardonnay
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Good wine Excellent value

    Really enjoy this wine and for the price it's exceptional.

    A medium bodied style of chardonnay - pretty typical of Hunter Valley with everything as it should be. Another solid vintage, but it seems to have been on point for a few years now.

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    Liz C.
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    4 years ago
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    2021 De Iuliis Chardonnay
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Best Chardonnay under $25

    Perfect combination of buttery and oaky. Rich and full.

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    Freya R.
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    5 years ago
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    2021 De Iuliis Chardonnay
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Value baby

    hands down the best chardonnay in the 'affordable' category. what are you waiting for? just put it in your basket. you cant be disappointed with this.

The Story
Crafted with care, this Hunter Chardonnay embodies modern excellence. The grapes are handpicked from our family vineyards, with each site reflecting its unique character. A labour of love, Mike cherishes its versatility—equally delightful with food or savoured on its own.

The Wine
The nose has delicate hints of vanillin oak and yellow peach aromas. The elegant profile features yellow peach and grapefruit notes, harmoniously blending with the creamy essence from seasoned French oak. A medium palate weight gracefully concludes with a refreshing finish.

The Vintage
The 2024 vintage was fast and furious with the
ideal conditions of hot and dry weather
condensing the harvesting window to four weeks.

A dry period throughout the growing season
saw the vines flourish. Yields were down, but
quality was high which is ideal for our small family-owned winery

The Potential
In showcasing our commitment to quality, this approachable wine is enjoyable in its youth yet promises further enhancement with 3-4 years of cellaring. Embrace its current charm or anticipate heightened complexity with patience—a testament to its enduring potential.

The Match
Pair this 2024 Estate Chardonnay with grilled lemon herb chicken or seared scallops for a delightful culinary experience. Its elegant fruit notes of yellow peach and grapefruit, complemented by creamy oak, harmonize beautifully with the savoury flavours of these dishes, creating a truly memorable dining affair

Winemaker
Michael De luliis & Emily Glover

Price Bracket $30 or Less
Type White
Body Full Bodied
Variety Chardonnay
Country Australia
Region Hunter Valley
Australian State NSW
Alcohol 12%
Size 750ml
Vintage 2024
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De Iuliis

De Iuliis - pronounced [de uli ~ iss] - is one of the brightest stars from the Hunter Valley.

Owners Joss and Anna De luliis first planted vines on their estate in the famous Lovedale sub-region back in 1990, but it wasn’t until their son Mike got involved after graduating from the world-renowned Roseworthy campus (Adelaide University) in 1999 that things really took off.

Today Mike crafts an excellent array of site-specific wines that are a very good modern representation of what the Hunter Valley has to offer.

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