A Mornington Peninsula Benchmark — Mature, Textural and Beautifully Balanced

The 2018 Stonier Reserve Chardonnay is a benchmark Mornington Peninsula Chardonnay from one of Victoria's most respected estates — now with the benefit of bottle age, showing depth, texture, and composure.

My Wine Man on Stonier

Stonier Wines has been shaping the identity of Mornington Peninsula Chardonnay since 1978, and the Reserve tier represents their most refined expression. Sourced from select vineyard parcels, the wine is crafted with a focus on balance — careful oak use, partial barrel fermentation, and extended lees ageing to build texture without overwhelming the fruit. With eight years of bottle age, the 2018 vintage is now entering a prime drinking window.

Tasting Notes

Bright gold in the glass with a warm, inviting hue. The nose is layered and expressive — melon, pineapple, and tangerine, supported by vanilla, toasted almond, and a touch of white pepper. On the palate, medium to full-bodied with a creamy, textural feel. Oak is well-integrated, adding structure without dominating, while lemon zest lifts the mid-palate and keeps everything fresh.

Food Pairing

The creamy texture and toasted almond complexity of the 2018 Stonier Reserve Chardonnay make it a lovely match for Lilydale Free-Range Butterflied Chicken with Lemon & Herb from My Meat Man — grilled over charcoal or roasted until juicy, the zesty lemon-herb chicken is a magnificent match for the wine's integrated oak, toasted almond and lemon-zest lift.

Why This Is a Smart Buy

At HK$299, this is a mature Reserve-tier Chardonnay from a benchmark Mornington Peninsula estate — offering complexity and bottle age rarely seen at this price.

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