Grape Pirates Chardonnay 2025

A structured and textural Chardonnay from the cool climate region of Orange, NSW.

Tasting Note: Aromas of nectarine, grapefruit and roasted hazelnut. A moorish mouthful of quince and lemon zest with a creamy nougat finish.

Wine Making: Grown at 860 metres altitude on the slopes of Gaanha Bula (Mt Canobolas, NSW). Barrel fermented in re-coopered and aged French oak Hogsheads. Matured for 12 months with full malolactic fermentation and receiving regular bâtonnage. Naturally settled in tank prior to bottling. 

Only 772 bottles made

50% 2nd year French oak (a reconditioned Hogshead by Pierreoak). 50% old French oak. 

Unfiltered and unfined

Alc: 13.1%

Minimal sulphites 

Vegan friendly

The 2025 growing season was an exceptional year for Chardonnay. Maintaining the beautiful crisp acids and citrus flavours that we pride ourselves here in cool climate Orange, NSW.