The 2024 Forest Hill Block 8 Chardonnay is a benchmark single-vineyard Chardonnay from Mount Barker in Western Australia’s Great Southern, sourced from one of the estate’s oldest dry-grown blocks planted in 1975. It highlights concentration, minerality and cool-climate precision.
The nose shows white peach, lemon zest and nectarine, layered with flinty minerality, cashew and subtle brioche complexity. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with a refined, textured mouthfeel, supported by bright acidity and gentle oak integration. Citrus and stone fruit flow into a long, mineral-driven finish, with both power and finesse in balance.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a premium single-vineyard Chardonnay that we position as one of the top cool-climate expressions from Western Australia. It’s ideal for customers who enjoy white Burgundy or refined Australian Chardonnay with both texture and minerality. Drink now with decanting or cellar for 8–10 years. Perfect with lobster, scallops, roast chicken or creamy dishes.
