Vintage 2020 Begins

Vintage 2020 began on 31st January, it was the first time that we have picked in January, six days earlier than our previous record of 5th of February in 2018. The seasons continue to get earlier!  Climate change doubters need to listen to what the plants are telling us. 

The 2020 whites that we've harvested so far have been exceptional quality, with a great flavour profile and balance.  

We can't wait to taste the full 2020 vintage but in the meantime we're really loving the new release 2018 Hay Shed Hill Chardonnay's, as are some of the top critics....

2018 Hay Shed Hill Block 6 Chardonnay 

95 Points - Wine of the Week, #7 of 47 2018 Chardonnay's from Margaret River - Top Rated - 95 Points Huon Hooke

Light, bright yellow colour. Lovely creamy pear-like aromas with stony, flinty mineral overtones. Complex and racy. There's a big sulfur contribution here. Taut, refined and super-lively in the mouth. Lemony flavours rule. An excellent wine in a more racy, Chablis-like style.

Huon Hooke, The Real Review

 

2018 Hay Shed Hill  Chardonnay

93 Points - Ray Jordan 

Great fruit from this vintage has pumped some serious quality into this excellent chardonnay.  Retains a bright and lively mouthfeel, but with layers of complex meal and grapefruit character.  Oak is neatly judged, with the 11 months maturation adding further complexity. Rich middle palate with a fine edge of melon and pear to finish.  Nice wine.

Ray Jordan, Wine Guide of WA 2020

 

 

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