2024 Tolpuddle Vineyard Chardonnay 750ml

Accolades
• 98 Points – Halliday Wine Companion
• 97 Points – Huon Hooke, The Real Review
• 96 Points – Andrew Caillard MW, The Vintage Journal
• 95 Points – Nick Stock, JamesSuckling.com

Description
The 2024 Tolpuddle Vineyard Chardonnay is fine and precise, displaying aromas of sugar-snap pea, fennel and white nectarine with a hint of struck match. The palate shows tension and length, with the vineyard’s hallmark acidity and a fine, chalky texture adding complexity and interest. It is a study in elegance and restraint.

All fruit was hand-picked, whole-bunch pressed and fermented in French oak. The wine spent ten months in barrel with gentle stirring as required, then rested in tank on lees for a further four months before bottling. This careful approach preserves freshness while building depth and texture.

Tolpuddle Vineyard is located in the Coal River Valley of southern Tasmania – an exceptionally cool and dry region, ideal for growing Chardonnay of purity and definition. The vineyard’s light silica-over-sandstone soils contribute to its distinct minerality and natural acidity.

While beautifully expressive now, this vintage will reward careful cellaring through to 2037. Best served at 12–15°C.

Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Region: Coal River Valley, Tasmania, Australia
Vintage: 2024
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: Approx. 13% ABV

Food Pairing
Ideal with seared scallops, roast chicken, or creamy seafood dishes.