Isabel Estate’s Wild Barrique Chardonnay has been crowned Wine of the Year at the London Wine Competition.
Now in its eighth year, the competition rewards wines based on quality, value and packaging – the three key factors that influence consumer buying decisions.
It’s the first time Isabel Estate has entered the awards and Chief Winemaker Jeremy McKenzie says the team is blown away by the accolade.
“It’s a particularly exciting time as we are in the throes of harvest and busy banking the 2025 Wild Barrique Chardonnay, which we believe has the bones to be another top wine in the future,” he says.
“Since its first vintage in 2016, this wine has performed incredibly well – loved by consumers, scoring highly and earning critical acclaim.
“That said, 2022 was a truly exceptional Chardonnay at the Estate and has collected some notable gongs over the years. It’s one of those wines that continues to capture attention with its complexity, concentration and length – and it’s incredibly age-worthy, making it a perfect addition to the cellar.”
This year, the London Wine Competition brought together a panel of some of the most influential wine buyers, master sommeliers, importers and industry experts from around the world.
The judging took place in London, where hundreds of wines from more than 50 countries were blind-tasted, assessed and scored.
Isabel Estate’s Wild Barrique Chardonnay impressed judges who described it as striking and pungent on the nose. Points were also scored for the wine’s dark and elegant packaging.
For the full list of London Wine Competition winners, click here.
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