Bright and fruit driven, this Chardonnay shows classic aromas of white
stone fruit and melon, with complexing notes of sweet spices, roasted
cashew and nougat from the careful use of oak.
Appearance
Bright, pale straw.
Palate
The palate is delicate and bright, with minerality and a grapefruit-like
acidity. A supple and delicate talcy texture accompanies stone fruit
flavours that flow through the palate. Overall, a beautifully balanced
Chardonnay with generosity and depth of flavour.
Vinification
Our Chardonnay fruit comes from a few different vineyards, including
Kyella (Wilyabrup) and Carbunup River sites. The fruit is pressed in the
cool of early morning to preserve vibrancy and fruit flavour.
Fermentation occurred naturally with wild indigenous yeasts and no
fining agents were used during production. All barrels had SO₂ added at
varying stages post fermentation and no malolactic fermentation was
allowed. Lees were stirred monthly and the wine was matured for nine
months in oak. All barrels were French, with a mix of barriques (225L)
and larger puncheons (500L), approximately 20% of which were new.
Cellaring Potential
3-5 years.
Vintage Notes
After a warm and dry 2024 vintage, winter rainfall arrived in August,
replenishing groundwater and restoring vine health. Careful vineyard
management supported healthy canopies through spring. Flowering was
successful with average yields, although some uneven Chardonnay shoot
growth required attention to ensure even ripeness. Cool nights helped
maintain natural acidity, producing vibrant white wines.
Dry conditions continued through the 2025 growing season, with
minimal disease pressure. A light rain event in mid-March refreshed
soils and supported red varieties, though warm conditions led to
elevated sugars in some blocks. Bird pressure was high due to limited
Marri blossom, requiring increased netting throughout the vintage.