Port Phillip Estate 2019 Balnarring Chardonnay

Port Phillip Estate and sister Mornington Peninsula label Kooyong are family-owned and operated producers whose wines are all estate-grown, -made and -bottled. They also have a reputation for reliable quality that is second to none. Made from a vineyard planted 20+ years ago, this is a delightful young cool-climate chardonnay made using sustainable agriculture and low-intervention winemaking. This has thrilling youthful acid, bright citrus with hints of white stone fruit and pleasing palate tension. Pair with roast pork or salt and pepper squid. It is also vegan friendly, $37. www.portphillipesate.com.au.