Place of Changing Winds Harcourt Marsanne 2021

Place of Changing Winds is a unique high-density vineyard situated on the southern foothills of Mount Macedon in central Victoria, Australia. Established in 2012 by wine buyer and importer Robert Walters, with the aim to create a small, high-density vineyard that could produce exceptional wines. The winery is named after its original name given by the Wurundjeri people, who called it Warekilla, or Place of Changing Winds, which still holds true today. This winery produces two sets of wines - Estate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from their own vines, and Syrah, Marsanne from two grower vineyards, which showcase the distinct characteristics of each region. The Estate wines from Place of Changing Winds are exclusively from their property, which has an altitude of 500 meters above sea level. This cool site has good rain, cold nights and a wide diurnal range, which is surrounded by native plantings and thousands of hectares of forest. The vineyard is one of a kind, with a high density of almost 45,000 vines planted across 3.1 hectares, with densities ranging from 12,000 to 33,000 vines per hectare. Over the last decade, the winery has developed a meticulous viticulture system with no synthetic chemicals used, adapted specifically to their vineyard. The cellar is next to the vines, ensuring the fruit goes directly to the fermenters within minutes. The Estate Series wines reflect the winery's no-compromise approach and the uniqueness of their place. In addition to their Estate wines, Place of Changing Winds produces Syrah and Marsanne from two grower vineyards further north, located in the Heathcote region and Harcourt. The vineyards are managed organically, and the winery team is involved in all the viticultural decisions, including the picking dates. The goal is to craft wines of great finesse, perfume and drinkability that showcase the unique terroir of each place.

Place of Changing Winds Harcourt Marsanne 2021 is a beautiful white wine with an enticing aroma of preserved lemon, ginger, and buttery honey toast with a distinct savoury edge. On the palate, it is rich and textural, with a complex flavour profile that is both potent and refreshing. This wine has a lovely balance of acidity and minerality, creating a beautiful mouthfeel that is truly delightful. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering aftertaste of zesty citric hints and a saline character. The PLACE OF CHANGING WINDS HARCOURT MARSANNE 2021 is an exceptional wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning palate. It pairs perfectly with seafood, roasted chicken, and grilled vegetables.

Really textural, rich and potent, a savoury edge and more on the preserved lemon, ginger, buttery honey toast with cool acidity underlying. It’s very complex, a layered and intense experience with Serious White Wine written all over it. Mouth-coating and lush in the most wonderful sense. Multi-dimensional wine. A full and fantastic white wine. - Mike Bennie, The Wine Front, 94 Points

The Finer Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal - Marsanne
Country - Australia
Region - Heathcote, Victoria
Vintage - 2021
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 14.2%
Other - Organic