Second release of the label that forms part of the greater Hill Smith Family Estates stable. Winemaker Heather Fraser puts through 100% barrel and wild ferment, a touch of malolactic fermentation and then matured on full solids in (10% new) oak barriques.

Ringbolt, Chardonnay, Margaret River, 2024

Medium pale lemon. Attractive fresh fruit and vibrancy. Peach ice tea, subtle brown spice, roast cashew paste, sweet oak vanilla bean, lemon leaf, crushed white flowers and a touch of saline. Mid weight, with good balance and tension between the fruit and the oak before a stone fruit and saline finish with juicy acidity. Serious holiday vibes.

RRP: $36
Alc: 13.5%
Rating: 93/100

Wine sample courtesy of Hill-Smith Family Estates