The flagship of the the Heggies range. Fruit from a single block on the high elevation Heggies Vineyard (the 30 year old Block “i”). Made from Bernard Clones 76, 95 and 96. Fermented and matured for 11 months. 55% in French oak barriques (34% new, the rest one year and older) and 45% matured in ceramic wine eggs. Wild ferment and vegan friendly. Crafted by Marc Van Halderen.

Heggies Vineyard, Reserve, Chardonnay, Eden Valley, 2021

Pale yellow/lemon with a green highlight in colour. Flint strike and apple with fragrant white blossom, radish, white peach, lemon rind, oak spice, fresh white sliced breadcrust and brioche. Driving and tight, with light, almost delicate fruit flavour yet with retained intensity and push. Lingering oak spice doesn’t dominate but gives a pleasant afterthought once the fruit length eventually fades. A very good and tight release.

RRP: $52
Alc: 12%
Rating: 93/100

Wine sample courtesy of Heggies Vineyard