Rocky Road Chardonnay 2025 is McHenry Hohnen's entry-tier Chardonnay from Margaret River, a region that has built its reputation on this variety, offered here in a fresher, more immediate style than the estate's single-vineyard bottlings. It draws on the same biodynamically farmed fruit as the rest of the range, just handled for early drinking rather than the cellar.

White peach, citrus blossom and green apple carry the nose, with a clean, faintly nutty edge and a light floral top note. On the palate the fruit stays bright, with stone fruit and citrus dominant rather than anything richer or more savoury, and a gentle creaminess through the middle.

Medium-bodied with fresh, well-judged acid, the finish is clean and moderate in length — an approachable style rather than a wine built for the cellar, but honestly made and easy to enjoy.

Its brightness suits roast chicken, creamy pasta, grilled fish or a simple seafood risotto, and it is a reliable, no-fuss Chardonnay for a weeknight table.

There is no need to wait on this one — drink it over the next twelve to eighteen months while it is fresh.