- Winery: Ampersand Estates
- Wine Region: Pemberton, Western Australia
- Variety: Chardonnay
- Vintage: 2024
- Price: $60
- Find it: From the winery direct
- Alcohol content: 13.5%
- You’ll like this if: You like more mineral Chardonnay
- Body: Medium
- Mouthfeel: Crisp
- Taste: Refreshing, Punchy, Mineral
- Flavours: Peach, Floral, Grapefruit
- Enjoy it with: Summer meals
- Food pairings: Fish, roast chicken
Wine review: Ampersand Estates Chardonnay 2024
Recently, I was sent some wines from Ampersand Estates, and I was particularly excited to crack open their Ampersand Estates Chardonnay 2024. If you’re after a Summery Chardonnay that is super refreshing, this one is perfect for you! It’s definitely more of a mineral style of Chardonnay, which makes it great for enjoying in warmer weather. But it’s also got plenty to unpack, with lots of refinement and elegance that make it a great food wine.
From the first pour, the Ampersand Estates Chardonnay 2024 is beautifully aromatic, with notes of peach and grapefruit alongside hints of lime and ginger. On the palate, it’s crisp and lively, with a punchy citrus core that gives the wine plenty of energy. Flavours of peach and lemon curd come through clearly, finishing with a refreshing, slightly chalky texture that keeps you coming back for another sip. This is a fantastic food wine perfect with white fish, roast chicken or fresh goat’s cheese. But honestly, it’s just as lovely to enjoy on its own over a long lunch or at sunset with a chilled glass in hand.
About Ampersand Estates
Nestled in WA’s beautiful Pemberton region, Ampersand Estate is a place where premium wine, thoughtful design and a deep sense of connection come together effortlessly. Set among the cool-climate beauty of the Southern Forests, every bottle captures a moment in time: sun-soaked afternoons, drifting mist and the gentle rhythm of vineyard life. Refined yet generous, Ampersand’s wines are shaped by nature and crafted with intent, designed to be shared over long lunches, cosy fireside evenings or celebrations that linger well into the night.
Founded in 2020 by Melissa Bell and Corrie Scheepers, Ampersand Estate was born from a shared vision to reimagine the region’s oldest winery into something truly special. With roots spanning the United States and South Africa, the duo brought bold creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to the historic property, transforming it into one of Australia’s top 10 winery stays. At the heart of it all is the ampersand, a symbol of bringing great things together. Fine wine & warm hospitality, luxury & calm, nature and indulgence, this winery is an open invitation to slow down, savour the moment and feel right at home.
You can learn more on their website.
Note: This wine was sent as a sample. I was under no obligation to post about it.