Tapanappa Tiers Vineyard Chardonnay 2021

The 2021 Tapanappa Tiers Vineyard Chardonnay is another exceptional release from one of Australia’s most iconic vineyards. With a slightly larger crop than in previous years, the 2021 vintage still offers the same remarkable intensity and focus that the Tiers Vineyard is known for. The season was marked by cool, dry conditions that allowed the grapes to ripen slowly, producing a Chardonnay with incredible purity and definition.

The nose opens with an aromatic display of ripe citrus, white peach, and nectarine, complemented by subtle notes of cashew nut, toasted oak, and a hint of lemon zest. On the palate, the wine is beautifully textured—rich and mouth-coating, yet retaining a fresh vibrancy that defines the Tiers style. The fruit intensity is matched by a fine thread of acidity that carries the wine through to a long, mineral finish, with hints of flint and citrus pith. This is a Chardonnay with both power and elegance, showing off the Tiers Vineyard’s unique terroir, and offering a glimpse into its great aging potential.

Hand-harvested from the Tiers Vineyard’s 1979-planted block, the fruit was gently pressed, with the juice fermented in French oak barriques (33% new) for two months, allowing for the development of complexity and depth. The wine was aged on its full lees until it was racked and bottled in early 2022, capturing the essence of the vineyard in every drop.