The Ravensworth Tumbarumba Chardonnay 2024 is a distinctive cool-climate Australian Chardonnay produced by Bryan Martin from fruit grown in Tumbarumba, New South Wales. The 2024 growing season was drier and slightly warmer, encouraging greater fruit ripeness while retaining the unmistakable freshness associated with Tumbarumba’s high-country vineyards. Ravensworth introduced a different production approach for this release to place greater emphasis on clarity and the natural expression of the fruit. The wine was fermented and matured for two years in a 20-hectolitre Stockinger foudre. This large-format oak vessel helps minimise overt small-barrel influence, preserving freshness while gradually developing texture and complexity.
Aromatically, the wine presents peach-toned fruit, grapefruit and saline mineral notes alongside distinctive nougat and hazelnut characters. Suggestions of alpine herbs and botanicals contribute an additional layer of cool-climate detail. The palate is medium-bodied and gently plush, with savoury nuttiness balanced by lively acidity and mineral freshness. A subtle fino sherry-like quality gives the Chardonnay an individual and contemplative personality without overwhelming its fruit. Brine, slate and grapefruit provide definition through the centre of the palate, while the wine’s energetic freshness maintains balance. The finish is persistent and savoury, carrying delicate nutty, herbal and saline impressions. Its combination of freshness, texture and savoury complexity makes it a compelling partner for roast poultry, grilled seafood, buttery shellfish and mushroom-based dishes.
The Ravensworth Tumbarumba Chardonnay 2024 is a distinctive cool-climate Australian Chardonnay produced by Bryan Martin from fruit grown in Tumbarumba, New South Wales. The 2024 growing season was drier and slightly warmer, encouraging greater fruit ripeness while retaining the unmistakable freshness associated with Tumbarumba’s high-country vineyards. Ravensworth introduced a different production approach for this release to place greater emphasis on clarity and the natural expression of the fruit. The wine was fermented and matured for two years in a 20-hectolitre Stockinger foudre. This large-format oak vessel helps minimise overt small-barrel influence, preserving freshness while gradually developing texture and complexity.
Aromatically, the wine presents peach-toned fruit, grapefruit and saline mineral notes alongside distinctive nougat and hazelnut characters. Suggestions of alpine herbs and botanicals contribute an additional layer of cool-climate detail. The palate is medium-bodied and gently plush, with savoury nuttiness balanced by lively acidity and mineral freshness. A subtle fino sherry-like quality gives the Chardonnay an individual and contemplative personality without overwhelming its fruit. Brine, slate and grapefruit provide definition through the centre of the palate, while the wine’s energetic freshness maintains balance. The finish is persistent and savoury, carrying delicate nutty, herbal and saline impressions. Its combination of freshness, texture and savoury complexity makes it a compelling partner for roast poultry, grilled seafood, buttery shellfish and mushroom-based dishes.
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