Max's Chardonnay White Capsule
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years from vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit profile and delicate oak integration.
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Roasted chicken, creamy mushroom pasta, grilled salmon
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Penfolds Max's Chardonnay is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Max Schubert, Penfolds' chief winemaker from 1948 to 1975, whose daring spirit and pursuit of excellence forever changed the landscape of Australian wine. While Schubert is globally celebrated for his red wine masterpiece, Grange, this contemporary white wine honors his legacy of innovation. Sourced from select cool-climate vineyards across South Australia, the wine is crafted to showcase a modern, elegant expression of the varietal. It undergoes a combination of stainless steel and seasoned French oak maturation, with a portion undergoing malolactic fermentation to build texture. The result is a beautifully balanced Chardonnay that marries vibrant stone fruit and citrus flavors with a subtle, creamy complexity and a crisp, clean finish.
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Founded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold at Magill Estate near Adelaide, Penfolds is one of Australia's oldest and most iconic wineries, now headquartered in Nuriootpa, South Australia. The estate is celebrated for pioneering a unique house style centered on multi-regional and multi-vineyard blending, a philosophy perfected by legendary winemaker Max Schubert in the mid-20th century. Penfolds is globally renowned for its robust, structured red wines aged in premium oak, most notably its flagship Grange—a rich, collectible Shiraz-based blend—alongside acclaimed expressions like Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz and Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, while maintaining its deep South Australian roots, the producer has expanded its winemaking footprint to include exceptional terroirs in California, Bordeaux, and beyond.