Winery & Vintage Info
“100% Estate grown & made, this approachable fruit-driven wine celebrates a core of Gingin fruit from our organically farmed coastal vines. Made for everyday enjoyment & summer BBQs with friends.”
Steve James, Head of Viticulture & Winemaking
Surrounded by our unique coastal location inspires our Girt By Sea Chardonnay. Made from Estate grown, organically farmed grapes, this is a fruit forward balanced style. We like to think of it as our Friday night wine, but don't let that stop you from enjoying it any day of the week.
Estate grown vineyards make up the 2020 Girt by Sea Chardonnay blend, predominantly from Gingin clone which provides a backbone of grapefruit. Parcels of fruit were pressed and settled overnight prior to fermentation in French oak puncheons. Subsequent bâtonnage and maturation over six months added further complexity and texture. Parcels were blended before bottling in December 2020.
A close-to-perfect growing season. Apart from a small storm in late October, spring was warm and dry, providing excellent conditions for flowering. One of the hottest Decembers on record sped fruit development along but was followed by a slightly milder January, perfect for ripening. No bird pressure made for a straightforward harvest with fruit in pristine condition.
