Vintage 2024

Regular, well-timed rainfall throughout spring and summer, along with mild and sunny conditions for the remainder of the ripening season, promoted strong vine growth, good flowering and bunch development. Fruit ripened slowly but evenly, resulting in moderate yields with plenty of flavour. One of our best seasons on record.

2024 Chardonnay

Fine and precise with fresh sugar snap pea and fennel, white nectarine and a hint of struck match. There is tension and length on the palate with classic Tolpuddle Vineyard acidity and fine, chalky texture adding complexity and interest. A lesson in elegance and restraint.

All fruit was hand-picked, whole bunch pressed and fermented in French oak. The wine spent ten months in barrel with gentle stirring as required, then rested in tank on lees for a further four months.