Kyneton Ridge are the first Certified Sustainable Vineyard in Macedon Ranges. Owners Angela and Andrew Wood have embraced regenerative viticulture, and through 2024, underwent a rigorous audit process of sustainability across the environmental, social, and economic aspects of their business. Winemakers are Andrew’s son Patrick and his partner Greta (from the 2022 vintage). Sourced from granitic soils with 14-21 days barrel ferment and then another 15 months maturation in French oak.

Kyneton Ridge, Reserve, Chardonnay, Macedon Ranges, 2025

Pale gold with green highlights. Marzipan, cashew cream, yellow and green apple flesh, nectarine, white flowers, grapefruit and roast chicken brine. Oak gives toasty and vanilla influences. Potential oxidative handling giving this a nutty, savoury edge before apple and grapefruit flesh. Medium full, with flinty corners and plenty of sharp acidity. Finish of medium length with a little phenolic rumble.

RRP: $50
Alc: 12%
Rating: 90/100

Wine sample courtesy of Kyneton Ridge