2025 Apsley Gorge Vineyard Chardonnay

A generously endowed, creamy textured Chardonnay with good underlying freshness.

Established in 1988 this tiny vineyard is planted to Pinot Noir (5.5 hectares) and Chardonnay (1 hectare) and is located several kilometres inland from the coast near the entrance to the Apsley Gorge national Park north-west of Bicheno. The vineyards unique location near the entry to the gorge brings breezes in the afternoon which have a distinct cooling effect. As a result this vineyard is typically one of the last to harvest in Tasmania, usually being around the first week of May.
Always aiming for full phenolic ripeness the style of wines produced are rich and intense characterised by fully ripe fruit made using Burgundian know-how with texture, finesse and excellent natural acidity. Only a small percentage of new oak is used.
Bright pale straw to straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of ripe peach, apricot and honeycomb fill the nostrils followed by some crème brulee, subtle bacon fat and spicy nougat notes. Rich, fleshy ripe peach, apricot, honeycomb, crème brulee, citrusy nougat, cashew and spice elements are layered across the medium to full bodied palate that possesses good underlying freshness. Creamy textural feel with a long, generously endowed yet balanced finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14%