Penfolds Bin 144 Yattarna Chardonnay 2017 75cl

Penfolds Bin 144 Yattarna Chardonnay

Launched with the 1995 vintage, the Yattarna label was born out of Penfolds’ unwavering ambition to craft a white wine of Grange-level prestige. The 2017 release of Penfolds Bin 144 Yattarna Chardonnay is a reflection of this vision—an exceptional cool-climate Chardonnay crafted from meticulously selected fruit and handled with precision. Its heritage stems from one of the most rigorous and visionary wine development projects ever undertaken in Australia. With each vintage, Yattarna continues to evolve, showing the confidence and creativity of Penfolds’ winemaking legacy.

The 2017 vintage of Penfolds Bin 144 Yattarna Chardonnay stands as a benchmark expression—harmonious, layered, and vibrantly complex. A wine of sheer poise and length, it shimmers in both character and clarity.

• Opens with a luminous pale green-gold hue, immediately capturing the eye with its brilliance and clarity.

• On the nose, a fresh burst of lemon zest greets the senses before unfolding into layers of honeydew melon, custard apple, and meadow flowers, supported by delicate hay notes.

• The palate of Penfolds Bin 144 Yattarna Chardonnay 2017 delivers rich tarte tatin, white peach, and patisserie flavours, balanced by savoury nuances of oatmeal and a waxy texture.

• An elegant core of lemon curd offers silkiness, while precise grapefruit acidity adds vibrancy and lift.

• As the wine evolves in glass, floral notes return—graceful hints of white blossoms lingering on the finish.

• A vintage that reflects heightened texture and expressive fruit—more opulent and satisfying than recent releases.

Penfolds Bin 144 Yattarna Chardonnay 2017 is a wine of immense versatility at the table. Its layered profile pairs beautifully with dishes such as roasted chicken with lemon and herbs, butter-poached lobster, or wild mushroom risotto. The creamy texture and fresh acidity complement rich, savoury flavours, making it an ideal companion to refined cuisine where balance and depth are key.