Simpsons Gravel Castle Chardonnay 2024: Citrus-Driven Elegance

Kwame Mensah — Great with seafood

7/10

The guy at the wine shop recommended this to go with a prawn linguine I was making. He was right — that zingy lemon zest flavour cuts right through anything rich. It's quite lean and sharp so probably not one if you prefer softer, rounder whites.

Camila Ortiz — Not what I expected

6/10

I usually go for bigger Chardonnays so this was a bit of a surprise — very light and steely, almost like a Sauvignon Blanc. The acidity was a lot for me. My wife loved it though and said the nectarine on the finish was lovely, so maybe it's just not my style.

Diana Cruz — Fine but not amazing

6/10

Bit pricey for what it is if I'm honest. It's pleasant enough — citrusy, light, easy to drink — but I've had similar French whites for less. The salty finish was interesting though, I'll give it that.