Giant Steps Circle of Fifths Chardonnay 2024
A precise and layered Chardonnay from the cool, elevated vineyards of the Yarra Valley, where Giant Steps explore site expression through a thoughtful blend of individual vineyard components.
The nose is finely tuned, opening with white peach, nectarine, and citrus zest, wrapped in subtle notes of almond, struck match, and a gentle lees-derived creaminess. There is both clarity and depth, the aromatics unfolding slowly with quiet confidence.
On the palate, it is taut and structured, with stone fruit and citrus carried along a line of bright, mineral acidity. Texture builds through the mid-palate, shaped by careful oak and lees work, adding breadth without heaviness. There is a sense of precision throughout, each element sitting exactly where it should.
The finish is long, saline, and composed, leaving a trail of citrus, fine spice, and mineral tension.
A Chardonnay that balances energy and texture with finesse — layered, composed, and unmistakably Yarra.