Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 freemark-abbey Armada is covered in large

Armada is covered in large stones reminiscent of the great vineyards of the southern Rhône

the grapes quickly reach the winery

A brilliant light yellow colour

fine-grained tannins reinforcing palate length and wine longevity

high-yielding varieties

Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 freemark-abbey Armada is covered in largeThe 2024 vintage was a more classic Yarra season. A cool start to spring and ideal flowering conditions led to good fruit set and moderate yields. December was cool and mild, with significant rainfall at New Year and during the first week of January, giving the vines a good drink leading into the heat of February. Mid to late February was drier and warmer than is common in the Yarra, leading to great ripening conditions with no disease pressure and