Margaret River White Knuckle Chardonnay

Risky Business is a Margaret River producer known for high-risk viticulture decisions—deliberately low yields and minimal intervention winemaking. This White Knuckle Chardonnay originates from the estate's own vineyards in Margaret River's gravelly loam soils, positioned at moderate elevation where maritime influence moderates ripening and preserves natural acidity.

The fruit undergoes wild fermentation in French oak (specific cooperage and new/used ratio not confirmed), followed by extended lees aging that builds textural complexity without heavy oak overlay. The low-yield philosophy concentrates phenolic ripeness and mineral expression typical of Margaret River's cooler blocks.

This expression sits at the intersection of classical Margaret River Chardonnay structure and contemporary natural-leaning production—neither heavily oaked nor reductive, but deliberately unfiltered to preserve aromatic volatility. Drink 2024–2032 for optimal integration of oak and primary fruit character.