Overview
The 2024 Brokenwood Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay comes from Beechworth, one of Australiaâs finest regions for Chardonnay. Low yields in 2024 have given this wine added concentration, while its pale yellow-green colour, grapefruit lift and bright acidity keep the style fresh, detailed and energetic.
Indigo Vineyard brings together varied soils, aspects, clones and vine age. In 2024, frost reduced yields significantly, but the remaining fruit ripened quickly and arrived in excellent condition, producing a Chardonnay of purity, texture and length.
Vintage & Winemaking
The 2024 season followed above-average rainfall through 2023 and a major frost event in late October, which reduced Chardonnay yields across some blocks by as much as 75%. Indigo received more than 100mm of rain in both October and December, creating a vigorous canopy that helped offset frost damage. January cleared, and low yields ensured rapid ripening. Fruit picking commenced on 12 February.
The wine was whole-bunch pressed and wild fermented in French oak, mostly 500L puncheons. It was fermented in 39% new French oak, with the balance in older oak from a range of cooperages. Extended lees contact contributes bran meal, toast and textural complexity while preserving a zesty line of acidity.
Product Highlights
- Single-vineyard Chardonnay from Indigo Vineyard, Beechworth
- 96 points - Toni Paterson, Halliday Wine Companion
- 95 points - Huon Hooke, The Real Review
- Platinum Medal, 97 points - 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards
- Wild fermented in French oak, mostly 500L puncheons
Critic Scores & Reviews
97 points - Decanter World Wine Awards, awarded 2026
Platinum Medal awarded at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards.
96 points - Toni Paterson, Halliday Wine Companion, published 19 June 2025
Toni Paterson praised its intense white nectarine, grapefruit and fragrant quince notes, with power, presence, length and finesse.
95 points - Huon Hooke, The Real Review, tasted 11 January 2026
Bright, fresh and high-energy, with struck-flint, oatmeal, lemon citrus and crushed nut aromas. Huon Hooke described the palate as refined, taut and elegant, with fine fruit sweetness and a bright future.
95 points - Royal Queensland Wine Awards, awarded 2025
Gold Medal awarded at the 2025 Royal Queensland Wine Awards.
Tasting Notes
A little fuller in colour than previous vintages, reflecting the impact of low yield, while still showing a pale yellow-green hue. The nose offers ripe grapefruit, bran meal and toast notes from wild fermentation and extended lees contact. Crisp acidity and balanced alcohol create a zesty mouthfeel, with grapefruit pith and rock melon carrying through a long finish.
Food Pairing
Pair with richer seafood, roast scallop, pan-fried chicken, light meats, mushrooms or classic roast chicken.
Cellaring Potential
Drinking well now, with further bottle age expected to build additional complexity and texture. Huon Hooke lists a drinking window of 2026-2039.
About Brokenwood
Brokenwood is one of Australiaâs most respected producers, founded in the Hunter Valley and now known for an impressive portfolio that includes single-vineyard wines from premium regions such as Beechworth. Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay highlights Brokenwoodâs skill with site-focused Chardonnay, combining regional freshness with careful oak and lees work.
Specifications
- Vintage: 2024
- Producer: Brokenwood Wines
- Wine: Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay
- Country: Australia
- Region: Beechworth, Victoria
- Grape Variety: Chardonnay
- Alcohol: 13.0%
- pH: 3.29
- Acidity: 6.51 g/L
- Residual Sugar: 1.1 g/L
- Wine Style: White Wine
- Wine Sweetness: Dry
- Format: 750ml
