97 Points - Philip Rich
Giant Steps has forged a reputation as one of the Yarra Valley's leading wineries, with their Pinot Noir and Chardonnay consistently among the nation's finest examples. Named 'Winery Of The Year' in the 2025 Halliday Wine Companion, Giant Steps continues to produce some stunning cool-climate wines.
The 2023 Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay is another stunning Yarra Valley Chardonnay. The Tarraford vineyard always produces examples with pithy fruit characters, savoury saline notes and a soft and textured mid palate. Finishing with perfect balance and excellent length driven by lively natural acidity.
"97 Points. Planted on a cool, south-facing slope in Tarrawarra. Whole-bunch pressed and barrel fermented in seasoned French puncheons and one ceramic egg. A vibrant green gold. Immediately appealing with its aromas of stone fruits, yellow apple, some lemon confiture and a touch of brine. Chalky textured, slippery and with a certain openness but finely detailed and structured too. Grapefruit pithy on the long, beautifully balanced finish. Screw cap. 13.5% lc. Drink: 2024 - 2030. $90"- Philip Rich, Halliday Wine Companion 2025.
