Scotchmans Hill Victoria Chardonnay 2023 - 12 Bottles

Winery Overview

Scotchmans Hill is a leading cool-climate producer based on the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria. Founded in 1982, the winery works with estate fruit and select Victorian vineyards to craft elegant wines shaped by maritime breezes, volcanic soils and low-yield viticulture. Their focus is on purity, balance and regional expression, particularly in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

Region & Vintage Conditions

The 2023 vintage in Victoria was cool and measured, allowing Chardonnay to ripen slowly with excellent flavour intensity. Cool nights helped maintain acidity, resulting in a balanced and refined style.

Source

Fruit is sourced from Scotchmans Hill’s Peninsula vineyards along with select cool-climate Victorian sites chosen for brightness, structure and clean varietal expression.

Winemaking

Gently pressed and fermented at cool temperatures, with restrained maturation to add subtle texture while ensuring the fruit remains at the forefront. Oak influence is supportive, not dominant, in keeping with a modern cool-climate style.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Pale straw with a slight green edge.
Aroma: Citrus, white peach, apple, floral lift and a hint of nougat.
Palate: Medium-bodied with crisp acidity, fine texture and pure stone-fruit flavour.
Finish: Clean, long and refined with gentle mineral notes.

Key Characteristics

Elegant, fresh and finely structured.
Subtle oak with cool-climate precision.
Ideal for lovers of bright, modern Chardonnay styles.

Food Pairing

Perfect with grilled fish, roast chicken, creamy pastas, vegetable dishes or soft cheeses. Suitable for everyday drinking or more refined dining occasions.