Subtly restrained and tightly wound, a gentle swirl reveals notes of custard apple, granny smiths, white nectarine, and beurre bosc pear. Nuances of pistachio, cashew nuts, and almond meal add complexity, along with enticing hints of sweet nougat and apple blossom. The oak, fully integrated, leaves a subtle trace of barrel ferment character.

This wine is powerful, complex, and dynamic, with deep and lengthy phenolics. The palate, driven by a core of taut acidity, offers a delightful texture and weight. Stone fruits, including white peach and nectarines, provide sweetness, complemented by hints of poached loquats, almond meal, freshly sliced pear, and a minerality reminiscent of wet steel and river pebbles. The finish is long and memorable.

Reserve Bin A Chardonnay has become a unique expression of Adelaide Hills chardonnay. Hand-picked fruit is whole-bunch pressed, and a portion undergoes natural fermentation without inoculation in individual French oak barriques. Maturation on solids, along with regular bâttonage, enhances mouthfeel and complexity. The wine undergoes 100% natural malolactic fermentation.

Halliday Rating: 96 points