At 550m, the Lenswood vineyards offer not only magnificent views over the traditional vine country but also higher rainfall and humidity at the right time of the year, cooler temperatures to retain high natural acidity, and still enough sunshine to fully ripen the grapes. The Chardonnay vineyard, which consists of seven clones, has taken its name from Frederick Croft, an orchardist who took up a neighbouring property in 1938.

Chardonnay

Pale gold in colour. Pure yellow pear, white peach and melon aromas, with hints of tropical fruit, clove, vanilla and creamy cashew and hazelnut. A complex palate of concentrated ripe yellow pear, white peach, stone-fruit and clove spice flavours are complemented by lush, textural layers of intense ripe nectarine acidity, and extraordinary balance, for a long, clean finish.