2025 Mike Press Single Vineyard Chardonnay, Adelaide Hills

From one of the highest and coolest vineyard areas in the Adelaide Hills, the Mike Press Single Vineyard Chardonnay highlights how far this label has come under the ownership of Bob and Yuko Harris. Since acquiring the winery in 2019, they have continued to focus on exceptional value while elevating quality across the range. Winemaker Josh Waechter brings a thoughtful and experienced hand to the wines, drawing on decades of Adelaide Hills knowledge to craft Chardonnay with purity, balance and regional character.

The fruit for this release comes from a single vineyard site in the Lenswood district, where elevation, cool nights and a long growing season allow Chardonnay to ripen slowly and evenly. Careful harvesting and sensitive winemaking preserve the vineyard's natural freshness while adding texture and complexity. The result is a wine that comfortably overdelivers for its price point, offering a level of detail often associated with much more expensive Adelaide Hills Chardonnay.

Bright pale gold with flashes of green, the aromas unfold with white peach, nectarine and Meyer lemon alongside hints of grapefruit, roasted hazelnut and subtle struck flint complexity. A beautifully textured palate follows, carrying flavours of citrus curd, stone fruits and ripe pear supported by fine acidity and a gentle creamy richness. The balance between fruit concentration and freshness is impressive, while the finish lingers with notes of lemon zest, almond meal and mineral persistence.

Enjoy alongside grilled King George whiting, lobster rolls, pan seared scallops, roast chicken with tarragon or a pumpkin and sage risotto. Drinking wonderfully now, it will continue to evolve over the next five to seven years as additional complexity emerges. For lovers of modern Australian Chardonnay, this is a terrific example of what Adelaide Hills can achieve, delivering sophistication, flavour and value in equal measure.