This single block Chardonnay, from our high-density vines, showcases vibrant notes of white
flowers and peach. The sun-filled ripening conditions of the vintage impart a savoury, chalky
texture, while still preserving the mineral freshness and delicate nuances characteristic of
Main Ridge.
The 2022 Trahere Pinot Noir is the first wine crafted solely from our high-density Spedding
Vineyard, a blend of three exceptional clones—Abel, Pommard, and Calera—grown across
the 1.48 ha site. These clones thrived under the ideal 2022 harvest conditions, resulting in
a wine of remarkable complexity and sophistication. Layers of vibrant red cherry, bramble
spice, and blackberry surround silky tannins, driving a fruit intensity and structure that
lingers beautifully on the palate.
This limited release wine is a culmination of these elements; the land we work and care for, our drive to make progress and pull forward, our passion to learn and to bring people together to produce the best wines possible, from this Bunurong land.
The Trahere Chardonnay and Trahere Pinot Noir are the ultimate expression of our beautiful vineyards, the vintage and ourselves.
Aromas of lemon verbena and lime custard lift from the glass, together with enticing ripe nectarine and bright citrus notes that follow through on the palate. The flavours evolve in elegant waves, revealing layers of complexity while maintaining a refreshing and vibrant character through to the finish.
Sitting at the lower portion of Coolart Road's eastern slope, ‘D Block’ – the historic heart of our single vineyard wines from this vineyard – typically has darker fruit, an earthy edge with bigger tannins.
This wine shows delicate rose petals intertwined with briny caper berry aromatics, lifting from the glass. The palate unfolds in layers, revealing dark plum and subtle balsamic notes, while hints of glazed beetroot add intrigue. Signature earthen tannins provide a lovely grippy framework, their rustic structure counterbalanced by sweet concentrated plum fruit.
Nestled mid-slope on the eastern face of our Coolart Road vineyard, ‘E block’ typically has soft silky tannins and a brooding savoury edge.
This wine shows savoury notes of charcuterie and exotic spice that weave through flavours of blood orange and dark plum. The wine's generous mid-palate richness is contained by the fine, earth-tinged tannins that frame this single block wine.
Sitting at the top of the eastern facing slope on our Coolart Road vineyard, ‘F block’ is typically finer and more floral than any other block on Coolart.
This wine opens with ethereal floral notes that dance above a core of black cherry and sweet licorice. The palate displays remarkable precision, where vibrant fruit energy meets fine-grained tannins, creating a harmonious interplay of power and grace.
An introduction of glazed cherry, rhubarb string and bramble spice are evident on the nose. Dried red berries, plum and strawberry glide across the palate along with blood orange and plum pudding. This is met by a delicate red wine jus that leads into a savoury edge of leather, cinnamon spice and finely detailed tannins.
Luscious black cherry, cranberry and raspberry meld nicely with cardamon spice. Stewed rhubarb, baked cherry and olive tapenade are all in harmony as velvet like tannins provide length and texture to the finish.
Stone fruit of white nectarine paired with baked lemon tart and cinnamon spice. This is a wine that delivers minerality and complexity with a creamy marscapone edge thrown in the mix. Fresh, long and complete with a soft phenolic grip that lingers for some time.
Carefully selected parcels from our Main Ridge sites meld together to show clarity of the ‘Up the Hill” subregion of Mornington. Characters of strawberry and bright red fruits are accompanied by five spice and cedar. Fine graphite like tannin carry through the palate to a delicate soft finish.
Baked cherry and a floral lift jump from the glass. Compote, ripe cranberry and raspberry carry through on the palate with a savoury backbone driven by graphite and clove spice. Earthy tannins bind the wine together, finishing with length and persistence.
Pear and guava notes add to the lively expression of fruit of this wine and the chalky fine undertones of ginger and clove spice. This wine is driven and textural and is a great expression of the Gris style.
A refined nose of lemon sorbet, pink grapefruit and frangipanni flowers. Some underlying shortbread crust. The palate shows flavours of pink grapefruit and orange pith, preserved lemon and ginger. The vibrant and refreshing nature of this wine leaves you with a lovely moreish, savory, saline finish.
Delicate on the nose and subtle on the palate, lemon barley and grapefruit pith drive the fruit profile while complimenting the savoury nature of this wine. Bright and soft, a style that welcomes any season.
An inviting perfumed nose of black forest cake, red fruits, florals, and creaming soda. Vibrant red cherry, raspberry compote and chinotto fill the luscious palate. This is followed by underlying baking spice to give a lovely savory backbone. Well-integrated powdery tannins give structure and length.
Perfumed and expressive, this Pinot opens with beautiful fragrant black cherry and blueberry fruits and has a voluptuous charm with layers of aniseed, pink musk and blackberry finishing with a silky texture and chalky fine tannins.
The lifted flint and bright citrus on the nose compliment the nutty and brioche characters that are displayed on the palate. A generous mouthfeel from an extended time in bottle on lees is well aligned with the crisp natural acidity driving the wine.
This is the first time that the Mills vineyard Chardonnay has been elevated to a single vineyard release. The wine has an elegant lift of citrus/lemon, with hints of melon, kiwi fruit and spice. A sultry palate that is round, mouth filling and elegant. Characters of melon and lime zest criss cross the palate, together with pithy citrus notes and an alluring fine phenolic, mineral edge on the finish.
An exotic nose of curry leaf and spice with hints of honeydew and flint form the backbone of this multiple site Chardonnay. While the acid is tight, it creates a strong drive through the palate that is met by bursts of citrus peel with a fine finish.
Spiced blood plum, violet and blackcurrant weave their way through the multiple layers of chalky and succulent tannins that control the palate. A delightful expression of a different Coolart Road with F block taking the driver seat.
An exotic nose of curry leaf and spice with hints of honeydew and flint form the backbone of this multiple site Chardonnay. While the acid is tight, it creates a strong drive through the palate that is met by bursts of citrus peel with a fine finish.
A floral lift of white blossom and jasmine on the nose sync in beautifully with the hints of ginger and tangerine rind on the palate. Citrus notes continue to drive this wine with pings of acidity and a crunch on the finish that opens and softens while the wine breathes in the glass
Flinty upfront, this well-rounded Wallis chardonnay has ripe citrus, lemon curd, hints of almond, fresh mandarin and green mango traversing the palate.
Like a "frangipani opening up to kiss the salty air." This Judd Chardonnay is fresh and lifted with hints of green paw paw, wet stone, lemon and a mineral drive from start to finish! A wine that will continue to impress and age well.
This McCutcheon comes from the Ridge block of the vineyard sitting at nearly 200m elevation. The cool breeze coming over the ridge keeps the micro-climate within the vines cool and helps maintain the beautiful crisp and natural acidity complementing the evocative flavours of this wine.