Giant Steps Yarra Valley Chardonnay Carmenere Hand-picked fruit is whole-bunch pressed

Hand-picked fruit is whole-bunch pressed and fermented with indigenous yeasts

slightly old-school style of chardonnay

and a touch of graphite

nuts and smokiness – very expressive

Giant Steps Yarra Valley Chardonnay Carmenere Hand-picked fruit is whole-bunch pressedSourced equally from the upper and lower Yarra Valley, this Chardonnay reflects the regions elegance and energy. The grapes are chilled overnight before whole bunch pressing, with the juice transferred directly into 500L French oak puncheons (15% new) for natural fermentation. A small portion undergoes malolactic fermentation, adding subtle texture and complexity. The result is a light, green gold wine with aromas of fresh orchard and stone fruits,