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2016 Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay

2016 Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay

Yarra Valley, VIC

A riper style of the most sought-after of the Giant Steps single vineyard Chardonnays.

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About

About The Wine

This Chardonnay comes from the iconic Tarraford vineyard in the Yarra Valley.

Being in a sheltered valley the Tarraford vineyard has a distinctly cooler microclimate than its neighbouring sites. This makes for great Chardonnay production, especially in warmer, shorter vintages such as 2016.

The 2016 has a little more flesh and weight than previous releases. It's a rounded, voluminous Chardonnay with excellent balance and offers more upfront fruit than the structural 2015. This is a must-have for any lover of Yarra Valley Chardonnay.

About Giant Steps

Giant Steps is a premium Yarra Valley outfit founded by Phil Sexton located in the in the township of Healesville. Since appointing Steve Flamsteed as his head winemaker and eventual business partner, Sexton and Flamsteed have developed a reputation for producing some of the region's finest examples of single vineyard wines.

From the vineyard to the final bottled wine, every aspect of the Giant Steps process is geared towards making truly world-class wines. The focus is on what the Yarra does best - Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Shiraz/Syrah and Bordeaux-variety blends - and showcasing the unique terroirs of some of the region's finest vineyards.

For three years running, Wine and Spirit Magazine have named them as one of the Top 100 wineries in the world, and Flamsteed capped off an amazing run by being named Gourmet Traveller Wine's 2016 Winemaker of the Year, another jewel in the Giant Steps crown. Their ultra modern cellar door is one of the must-visit experiences for any wine tourist stopping through the Yarra Valley.

The Tarraford Vineyard
The Tarraford Vineyard
Yarra Valley, VIC
Additional Info

From The Producer

Located in a protected valley, the boutique Tarraford Vineyard has a discrete microclimate that is cooler than neighbouring sites. Planted in 1988, a diversity of aspect and clones provide multifaceted winemaking opportunities. We are committed to exploring biodynamic farming practices with the overall aim of further developing the vineyard fingerprint and embracing the unique personality of this site.

Blend : Chardonnay (100%)
ABV : 13.50%
Closure : Screw cap
Drink Until : 2027
Bottle Size : 750ml

Steve Flamsteed tasting his next vintage
Steve Flamsteed tasting his next vintage
Yarra Valley, VIC
Expert Reviews

Critic Reviews

DDS review

Some more flesh on the bones for Tarraford this year. Opens with nutty scents, nougat, hazelnut, yellow peach. It fills the mouth with luscious Chardonnay fruit, some honey and grilled stone fruit. Voluptuous Chardonnay in a Yarra Valley context. - Different Drop Wine Team

95Points
Halliday Wine Companion

"Lower Yarra Valley, with a layered texture on the palate that reflects its inherent power from its low yield. At this stage, has the greatest drive of the '16 Chardonnays, but whether it will retain that advantage is in the lap of the gods." - James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)

Customer Reviews
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