Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L

Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5LProduct Description: Precision and site driven character define the 2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay, a standout expression from one of the Yarra Valleys most respected vineyards. The Sexton Vineyard lies in Gruyere within the cooler Upper Yarra Valley, planted in 1997 on grey loam soils with underlying volcanic influence that contributes both texture and mineral detail to the wine. Giant Steps has built its reputation on crafting single

Product Description:
Precision and site-driven character define the 2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay, a standout expression from one of the Yarra Valley’s most respected vineyards. The Sexton Vineyard lies in Gruyere within the cooler Upper Yarra Valley, planted in 1997 on grey loam soils with underlying volcanic influence that contributes both texture and mineral detail to the wine. Giant Steps has built its reputation on crafting single-vineyard wines that faithfully reflect the nuances of each site, and the Sexton Vineyard consistently produces Chardonnay of depth and elegance.

The 2024 vintage benefited from a balanced growing season, allowing fruit to ripen slowly while maintaining vibrant natural acidity. Careful whole-bunch pressing and fermentation with wild yeasts preserve aromatic purity and structure. Maturation in French oak barrels adds subtle texture and complexity without overwhelming the wine’s natural freshness. In the glass, the wine reveals a pale straw hue and lifted aromas that signal both richness and precision. The palate balances bright citrus fruit with fine creamy texture and a persistent mineral backbone. Presented in magnum format, the wine has the potential to evolve gracefully, developing further layers of complexity with careful cellaring.

Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Fresh and refined
Aromas of white peach, lemon zest and grapefruit layered with hints of cashew, subtle struck match and delicate floral notes.

PALATE
– Textured and vibrant
Medium-bodied with flavours of citrus, stone fruit and nectarine supported by bright acidity, fine oak integration and a creamy mid-palate texture.

FINISH
– Long and mineral-driven
A persistent finish showing citrus freshness, subtle savoury complexity and a fine chalky mineral edge.

Reviews & Accolades
“Complex aromas of lemon curd, white peach and toasted nuts with hints of flint. Medium-bodied with layered fruit and a creamy texture balanced by bright acidity and a long, focused finish.” — James Suckling, 95 points

“A detailed and elegant chardonnay with citrus, stone fruit and subtle oak spice. The palate is finely structured and mineral with impressive purity and length.” — James Halliday Wine Companion, 95 points

“Bright citrus and stone fruit aromas combine with flinty complexity and fine oak. The palate is poised and precise with excellent tension and persistence.” — Decanter, 94 points

“Another salivating and seductive Sexton Chardonnay with its bouquet of stone fruits, preserved lemons, freshly ground coffee beans and roasted hazelnut. The beautifully balanced and tightly coiled palate is underpinned by its concentration and intensity. Finishes saline and extremely long. It's all here and needs another five to seven years, at least, to reach its zenith.” – Philip Rich, Halliday Wine Companion, 97 Points

Finer Details:
Style – White Wine
Varietal – Chardonnay
Country – Australia
Region – Yarra Valley, Victoria
Vineyard – Sexton Vineyard, Gruyere
Vintage – 2024
Bottle Size – 1.5L Magnum
ABV – 13.2%