2021 Blanc de Blancs

Our Chardonnay blocks were harvested in mid-March and gently whole-bunch-pressed to tank, yielding 450L/tonne of free run juice with delicate flavoured juice with bright natural acidity. Primary fermentation was carried out in stainless steel, with a portion then taken through secondary malolactic fermentation to enhance complexity and soften the palate. The final blend was assembled after 8 months on lees and tirage bottled in the Spring.

2024 Tasmania Wine Show

Gold Trophy Winner, Best Vintage Sparkling, House of Arras Trophy

'I like this, and it's easy to see why it picked up the trophy for Best Sparkling at the 2024 Tasmanian Wine Show. It's got all that you'd expect from a Tasmanian sparkling wine: fine bead, that sense that is touched by the sea, the pure apple and citrus fruit tones, freshly baked brioche, white flowers, shortcrust pastry ... all the good stuff. But there's something sinewy and vital here, too, with mouth-filling flavours reigned in by fine, saline acidity. It's real good drinking.'

95 point, Halliday, Dave Brookes

'Opening with briny complexity, crushed oyster shell and green apple notes alongside autolytic hints of toast, honey-glazed cashew and buttery shortbread. The nose develops to reveal white florals, sea breeze, and glossy citrus, while the palate bursts with lemon thyme, verbena, and subtle woodsy spices. The creamy, midweight texture is framed by doily-like acidity and balanced dosage, culminating in a wine that treads the line of elegance and opulence. 100% whole bunch pressed Chardonnay from Tamar Valley, with free-run juice fermented in stainless steel and a portion going through malolactic fermentation. Eight months on lees and 7g/L dosage.'

94 points, Cassandra Charlick, Decanter