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    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L
    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L
    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L
    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L
    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L
    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L

    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L

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      Precision and site-driven character define the 2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay, a standout expression from one of the Yarra Valley’s most respected vineyards. The Sexton Vineyard lies in Gruyere within the cooler Upper Yarra Valley, planted in 1997 on grey loam soils with underlying volcanic influence that contributes both texture and mineral detail to the wine. Giant Steps has built its reputation on crafting single-vineyard wines that faithfully reflect the nuances of each site, and the Sexton Vineyard consistently produces Chardonnay of depth and elegance.

      The 2024 vintage benefited from a balanced growing season, allowing fruit to ripen slowly while maintaining vibrant natural acidity. Careful whole-bunch pressing and fermentation with wild yeasts preserve aromatic purity and structure. Maturation in French oak barrels adds subtle texture and complexity without overwhelming the wine’s natural freshness. In the glass, the wine reveals a pale straw hue and lifted aromas that signal both richness and precision. The palate balances bright citrus fruit with fine creamy texture and a persistent mineral backbone. Presented in magnum format, the wine has the potential to evolve gracefully, developing further layers of complexity with careful cellaring.

      Precision and site-driven character define the 2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay, a standout expression from one of the Yarra Valley’s most respected vineyards. The Sexton Vineyard lies in Gruyere within the cooler Upper Yarra Valley, planted in 1997 on grey loam soils with underlying volcanic influence that contributes both texture and mineral detail to the wine. Giant Steps has built its reputation on crafting single-vineyard wines that faithfully reflect the nuances of each site, and the Sexton Vineyard consistently produces Chardonnay of depth and elegance.

      The 2024 vintage benefited from a balanced growing season, allowing fruit to ripen slowly while maintaining vibrant natural acidity. Careful whole-bunch pressing and fermentation with wild yeasts preserve aromatic purity and structure. Maturation in French oak barrels adds subtle texture and complexity without overwhelming the wine’s natural freshness. In the glass, the wine reveals a pale straw hue and lifted aromas that signal both richness and precision. The palate balances bright citrus fruit with fine creamy texture and a persistent mineral backbone. Presented in magnum format, the wine has the potential to evolve gracefully, developing further layers of complexity with careful cellaring.

      Maker

      Giant Steps

      Varietal

      Chardonnay

      Country

      Australia

      Region

      Yarra Valley, Victoria

      Vintage

      2024

      ABV

      13.2%

      Bottle size

      1.5L Magnum

      Trusted by the professionals

      Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 1.5L

      "Another salivating and seductive Sexton Chardonnay with its bouquet of stone fruits, preserved lemons, freshly ground coffee beans and roasted hazelnut. The beautifully balanced and tightly coiled palate is underpinned by its concentration and intensity. Finishes saline and extremely long. It's all here and needs another five to seven years, at least, to reach its zenith."

      — Philip Rich, Halliday Wine Companion, 97 Points

      “Complex aromas of lemon curd, white peach and toasted nuts with hints of flint. Medium-bodied with layered fruit and a creamy texture balanced by bright acidity and a long, focused finish.”

      — James Suckling, 95 points

      “A detailed and elegant chardonnay with citrus, stone fruit and subtle oak spice. The palate is finely structured and mineral with impressive purity and length.”

      — James Halliday Wine Companion, 95 points

      Giant Steps

      Founded in 1997 by Phil Sexton, Giant Steps was born from a desire to craft cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with clarity and site expression in the Yarra Valley. Sexton, already a pioneer in Margaret River, saw untapped potential in the steep slopes near Gruyere — now home to the iconic Sexton Vineyard. A jazz devotee, he named the winery after John Coltrane’s landmark album Giant Steps, a nod to the bold creative pursuit of something singular.

      Over the decades, Giant Steps has drawn some of the most respected names in Australian wine. Steve Flamsteed joined as winemaker in 2003, cementing a house style focused on precision and transparency across six distinct vineyard sites. In 2021, Melanie Chester stepped in as Head of Winemaking and Viticulture, bringing a deep respect for the estate’s history and a commitment to pushing its potential even further.

      Tasting notes

      NOSE
      Fresh and refined

      Aromas of white peach, lemon zest and grapefruit layered with hints of cashew, subtle struck match and delicate floral notes.

      PALATE
      Textured and vibrant

      Medium-bodied with flavours of citrus, stone fruit and nectarine supported by bright acidity, fine oak integration and a creamy mid-palate texture.

      FINISH
      Long and mineral-driven

      A persistent finish showing citrus freshness, subtle savoury complexity and a fine chalky mineral edge.