January 15, 2022 - Pale lemon yellow. Striking refreshing palate of lemon and nectarine. It’s the bracing acidity that is remarkable. Really fresh style of Chardonnay. Lovely finish. Bargain. Excellent
November 27, 2021 - Lovely balanced Chardonnay, age has helped but it is still youthful and exciting. Not a powerhouse but perfectly matched to the winemaking. Wish I had more.
November 3, 2021 - Another excellent bottle. Beautifully balance between crisp acidity and white fruit.
June 9, 2021 - A great example of a cool climate aged chardonnay from the Yarra Valley. Taking notes and buttery flavours. Enjoyed with a lamb chops and an orange sauce. Great complement for the acidity of the sauce.
May 16, 2021 - Lovely example of an aged Chardonnay. Buttery and oak flavours come to the fore. Drinking very well.
April 1, 2020 - No way that one would pick this as New World in a blind tasting. A hint of reduction, exactly the kind you find in white Burgundy. It’s gentle, unforced and round, all about finesse. Lively but smoother, less tight than the French cousins. Could be a good (but not superstar) Villages. Not too complex, but complete and so easy to drink. Lovely.
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February 22, 2020 - Very good
December 15, 2019 - Needs time
December 7, 2019 - Pale gold. No variation.
Nose too hard to pick.
Straight down the line with a low-moderate intensity acidity but long in length. Picked up the oak very lightly right at the end. Smooth
October 7, 2019 - Well balanced but lacked intensity. Good value for the price.