Only made in exceptional vintages. Jansz Tasmania (part of the greater Hill-Smith Family Vineyards) release this in an important gift box so as to protect the wine bottled in the clear glass. Labelled as Single Vineyard Chardonnay, but Blanc de Blancs is also appropriate. Winemaking started under Louisa Rose and finished off by Jen Doyle.

Jansz Tasmania, Single Vineyard, Chardonnay, Pipers River, 2018

Light lemon gold in hue. Fine, but medium paced beading. Green apples and white flowers, sweeter honeysuckle notes under meringue, torn brioche and refreshing briny sea spray. Intensity and power. Structure and length. Rich in elegant detail with savoury, briny complexity and the signature Pipers acid through the spine. Keep it in the box such that the light doesn’t affect the wine and it will live gracefully for many a year.

RRP: $68
Alc: 12.5%
Rating: 95/100

Wine sample courtesy of Jansz Tasmania