Hoddles Creek Wickhams Road Chardonnay 2025 is a forward, lively, and beautifully balanced expression of Upper Yarra Valley Chardonnay — made with the same exacting standards as the Hoddles Creek Estate Chardonnay, and sourced from two complementary Upper Yarra sites. Woori Yallock contributes mid-palate weight; Macclesfield provides finesse and a long, driving acidity. Grown on 17-year-old vines, farmed with sheep in winter and without acidification, fining, or manipulation. Just balanced, expressive Chardonnay from a great site, grown in the right climate.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Bright, luminous straw — fresh and inviting, with the clarity that no-intervention winemaking and a cool, free-draining Upper Yarra site deliver.
Aroma
Forward and lively — expressive cool-climate Chardonnay with the aromatic precision of Macclesfield fruit and the depth and generosity of Woori Yallock.
Palate
Balanced and beautifully structured — mid-palate weight from Woori Yallock, finesse and a long acid drive from Macclesfield. Natural balance and purity with no acidification or manipulation required.
Pairs With
Grilled fish, roast chicken, pasta with cream sauces, and soft cheeses — equally rewarding now or with short-term cellaring.
Finish
Long and driven — the natural acidity of Macclesfield fruit providing a clean, refreshing close that speaks to the quality of the site and the age of the vines.
