Hesketh Chardonnay 2022 75cl is a bright, easy-drinking Australian white wine that brings together freshness, fruit purity and just enough creamy texture to keep every glass interesting. At Oaks & Corks, this bottle is a smart pick for anyone looking for a reliable Chardonnay that feels modern, food-friendly and approachable. It is sold on Oaks & Corks as Hesketh Chardonnay 75cl 2022, and the wine aligns with Hesketh’s Lost Weekend Chardonnay from South Australia’s Limestone Coast.
Hesketh is a family-run wine producer with more than sixty years of family connection to the wine trade, and the company says its wines are built around purity, regional character, value and quality. The brand was established in 2006 and focuses on varietally clear, modern wine styles sourced from strong South Australian vineyards.
This 2022 Chardonnay is described as juicy and aromatic in its youth, while still capable of rewarding short- to medium-term cellaring. Oaks & Corks’ current product information highlights its crisp, refreshing style, balanced fruit sweetness and acidity, and measured oak influence that supports the grape’s natural character rather than overwhelming it.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Pale straw to pale lemon-gold.
Nose: Fresh and lifted, with aromas of lime leaf, honeydew melon, lemon, white peach and subtle toasty notes.
Palate: Crisp and refreshing, showing lime, lemon and nectarine with touches of brioche, buttered toast and light creaminess. The acidity keeps the wine lively and food-friendly.
Food Pairing: Very good with fresh seafood, roast chicken, creamy pasta, grilled fish and mature cheeses.
Winemaking and Style
The Hesketh family positions Chardonnay as one of the world’s most versatile grape varieties, capable of styles ranging from lean and mineral to full-bodied and buttery, with cooler climates often producing the most celebrated examples. That philosophy helps explain the balance in this wine: ripe fruit is matched by freshness, while oak is used with restraint for texture and complexity.
Although Hesketh’s current website now showcases newer vintages, the producer’s broader house style remains rooted in clear varietal expression and regional typicity. That is exactly what comes through here: a Chardonnay that tastes unmistakably Australian, but polished enough for everyday enjoyment or entertaining.
Accolades
I did not find a major medal or trophy clearly documented online for this exact 2022 Oaks & Corks SKU. However, I did find an independent critic review from QWine Reviews, which awarded Hesketh Lost Weekend Chardonnay 2022 89/100 and praised its approachability, shape and reliability at the price point.
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