Scout Chardonnay 2024

Sourced from two high-altitude vineyards in Central Otago, this Chardonnay brings together fruit from Bendigo, where weathered schist soils sit at 350m, and the renowned Packspur Vineyard in Lowburn, planted on sandy loams with quartz gravel at 400m. Together, the sites contribute depth, concentration and freshness.

The fruit was hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed before fermenting in French oak barriques, 15% of which were new. Wild fermented, with 85% malolactic fermentation completed, the wine was bottled in July 2025.

Aromas of white nectarine, grapefruit and almond lead into a layered palate of citrus and stone fruit. Subtle notes of nougat, gentle oak spice and cool schist minerality add complexity, while lees contact lends texture and richness. A fine mineral backbone and vibrant acidity bring balance, precision and length to the finish. A beautiful classically styled Chardonnay.