{"product_id":"2025-mulline-portarlington-chardonnay","title":"2025 Mulline Portarlington Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Portarlington Chardonnay is the coastal antithesis to the warmer Sutherlands Creek bottling. Sourced from the Nurringa Park Vineyard, the site sits just a kilometre from the water, overlooking Port Phillip Bay. The combination of limestone-rich soils and constant ocean breezes creates a cooler microclimate, which is reflected in the wine's naturally high acidity and lean profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBen Mullen utilises specific clones here - originally planted for sparkling wine - which ensures the wine stays in a tightly wound, citrus-driven spectrum. The winemaking is intentionally hands-off to preserve this freshness. The fruit was whole-bunch pressed to oak with full solids and fermented in a cold room to slow the process down. While a small portion underwent malolactic fermentation to add a layer of texture, the wine remains focused on its mineral core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 is a white-fruited Chardonnay with a distinct sea-spray salinity. It is more about tension and length than overt fruitiness, offering a chalky finish that persists well after the first sip. It was arguably our favourite release this year in the Mulline Chardonnay suite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Another restrained, complex and beautifully crafted chardonnay from Mulline in '25! Subtle aromas of stone fruits, fresh honey and a hint of matchstick precede the gentle, impeccably balanced and long palate.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Mulline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43998019059755,"sku":"2025 Mulline Portarlington Chardonnay","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024MullinePortarlingtonChardonnay.webp?v=1746677970","url":"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-mulline-portarlington-chardonnay","provider":"Different Drop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}