Grosset's 1997 Chardonnay Piccadilly is a well-delineated, impeccably vinified offering. About 45% of this cuvee is given malolactic fermentation. The wine is young but potentially complex, with full body, a smoky, buttery, roasted hazelnut-scented nose, and tight yet impressively rich, structured flavors that open as the wine sits in the glass. This wine should be better with another 6-12 months of bottle age, and last for 3-5 years. Imported by The Australian Premium Wine Collection, John Larchet, USA Wine West LLC, San Rafael, CA; tel. (800)-485-5753 and Chicago Brands, Chicago, IL; tel. (312) 466-9300.

Very ripe and generous yet balanced on a razor's edge of sharp acidity, with pear, fig and almond flavors that balloon elegantly on the finish. Has style, flavor and finesse in a seductive package. Drink now through 2005. 1,100 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Adelaide Hills Select to Add