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97 points & No. 12 in the James Suckling Top 100 Australian Wines of 2025
"A notably complete single-vineyard bottling, with an excellent balance of tension and power."
- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling
Perched high in the cool reaches of Gladysdale, Applejack is best known for shaping some of the Yarra’s most poised Pinot. But in recent vintages, its potential for Chardonnay has become undeniable - particularly in warmer years like 2024.
This site sits at 300 metres, with east-facing slopes and basalt-rich soils that deliver fruit with piercing acidity and fine-boned structure. The 2024 growing season was warm and relatively early and the Chardonnay here benefited hugely - ripening with clarity, energy, and precision.
Whole-bunch pressed and wild fermented in 500L puncheons (only 15% new), it spent nine months on lees to build tension and shape. No stirring, no fining - just a clear expression of site.
The result is a tightly coiled, mineral Chardonnay with citrus pith, white nectarine, and a gentle thread of almond and struck flint. There’s a saline edge and mouth-watering line that makes it incredibly moreish.
Applejack Chardonnay is always limited and getting more so - this 2024 release might be the most finely detailed yet.
Campbell Mattinson
The Wine Front 97 Points
Ryan Montgomery
James Suckling 97 Points| Price Bracket | $51 to $100 |
| Type | White |
| Body | Full Bodied |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Yarra Valley |
| Australian State | VIC |
| Feature |
Women in Wine High Score |
| Reviewed By |
Halliday Wine Companion The Wine Front |
| Size | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
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