Established in 1972 Mountadam High Eden estate is Australia’s first cool climate Chardonnay vineyard. Situated on a unique rocky outcrop ranging in elevation up to 550m, the vineyards have a commanding easterly aspect over the Eden Valley. This wine is made using tradition methods and is a blend of the exclusive multi clonal resources available on the estate.

The wine has a light golden colour, with classic Chardonnay fruit aromas of peach, nectarine and ripe figs. Typical of Mountadam Chardonnay there are flavors of grilled nuts with clove and nutmeg spice supported by a citrus core. There is tremendous depth of flavor, which lingers elegantly on the palate suggesting the wine has significant aging potential of at least 10 years. 

Chardonnay sourced from up in High Eden that comes across as a very classy and instantly appealing style. Nectarine, white peach and citrus fruits meld with notes of soft spice, lemon curd, clotted cream, white flowers and vanillin oak with a creamy, curdy swell pushing through on the palate. Dry and savoury with ample minerally drive and energy as it slowly trails off. Drink to: 2030; Price: $40.00; Date Tasted: Dec 2024; Alcohol: 13%; Rating: 94 Points & Special Value Star; James Halliday Wine Companion