Intense, focused and vibrant, with flavors of Meyer lemon, Cosmic Crisp apple, orange zest, lime sorbet, sage flower and a drizzle of wildflower honey that are energetic and lively, showing plenty of intensity. Hints of tarragon, sea salt and clary sage flower linger on the long, expressive and powerful finish. Drink now through 2038. Points: 94/100
Here is a wine that speaks most loudly of the Yarra and secondly of its Giant Steps roots. Yellow grapefruit, winter melon and crunchy nectarine. Crumbling chalk dust, blue stone and almond paste. There is an inherent fruity jingle that chimes throughout the drinking experience, this is meant to be drunk in good humour, over the chattering and general hum of busy restaurants. A wonderful expression of Chardonnay that is for now, for merriment and for everybody. You don’t need hours to absorb its nuance and yet it is still a wine of complexity and detail. Its stretched lines of citrus juice acidity leave you hanging in wait for more. Drink now or will cellar well over another 5 -6 years. Perfect for crumbed prawns or a battered fish sando. Points: 95/100
Chalky, slaty mineral nose at first sniff; lightly toasted cashew nuts too, the palate delicate and tense, reserved and refined, with fresh acidity and a firm dry finish that lingers well. This would reward a little more cellar-time. Points: 92/100
An exciting new addition to the Giant Steps range, this new blend of all the single-vineyard wines is an absolute cracker and sits very comfortably in the range, both qualitatively and price-wise. Aromas of gently grilled nuts, confit lemon and a touch of struck match can all be found on the bouquet, while the palate is chalky, tensile and long. By the time this is released in June it should be singing. Points: 96/100
