Ashton Hill's Stephen George in one of Australia's most skilful and versatile winemakers. Making powerful reds at Wendouree, he also produces some beautifully elegant wines at Ashton Hills. While Ashton Hills is best known for its Pinot Noir, they also make some stunning Adelaide Hills Chardonnay. This 2024 Ashton Hills Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay is a limited release wine from two selected Piccadilly Valley sites in the Adelaide Hills. A delicious cool-climate Chardonnay bursting with vibrant peach, stonefruit and citrus flavours, the quality, well-measured oak plays a mere supporting role. "93 Points. Bright and fresh, clean and lively. A pure-feeling chardonnay with gentle influence of nougat and cinnamon oak characters amongst red apple, green mango, lemon curd and nashi pear fruit characters. Right on. Shy of medium weight, a little crispness and yet pleasing haziness to texture, the finish a twist of pink grapefruit freshness. Great drink. $50. 13% alc. Drink: 2025 - 2032"- Mike Bennie, winecompanion.com.au.
