Giant Steps Yarra Valley Chardonnay Carmenere undergoing malolactic fermentation before bottling

undergoing malolactic fermentation before bottling in January

slightly old-school style of chardonnay

mature cheeses and dark chocolate

the strong point of the winery for more than 30 years

the wine is crafted to reflect her character — elegant

Giant Steps Yarra Valley Chardonnay Carmenere undergoing malolactic fermentation before bottlingSourced 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,