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Medium straw in colour. Fruit driven style with lovely stone fruit ripe intensity with some underlying freshly cut grass aromas. Complex aromas.

Chardonnay fruit from selected Langhorne Creek vineyards were used in this blend and it gives the wine length and structure. The palate is fresh and vibrant with flavours of melon and pineapple and a long finish.

Winemaking

Fruit from selected vineyards in Limestone Coast were used in this wine. The fruit was crushed and pressed gently before being fermented in stainless steel tanks. The wine had minimal oak contact and lees stirring to create a rounder more voluptuous mouth feel.

Cellaring

A young and fresh wine that can be enjoyed now or cellar over the short term.

Awards

92 POINTS - Australian Wine Showcase

Varietals Chardonnay
Region Barossa Valley
Alcohol 13%
Winemaker John Harris

Black squid ink, impenetrable colour. The nose shows dark fruits, dark chocolate and olive notes with rich blackcurrant and violets leading in to a richly flavoured palate.

The palate shows elegance and length with dark plum and olive flavours relishing. There is a lot of complexity of flavors and mid palate richness derived from obvious highly concentrated fruit and well-balanced oak usage. The obvious finesse and length along with the finely grained yet expressive tannins in this wine shows it has great cellaring potential and could be a true treasure over the years to come.

Winemaking

Hand picked then fermented in small stainless steel fermentors to maintain strong fruit flavor from skins. The wine then went into American and French oak barrels for the remainder of ferment where it spent an extended period of time to allow full flavor development and fruit and oak to balance and compliment each other.

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar for 5-7 years

Varietals Chardonnay
Region Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Alcohol 13.50%
Winemaker John Harris

Awards

96 Points - Australian Wine Showcase Magazine

96 Points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
"Stylish and enticing, the wine shows ripe stone fruit, savoury pastry, vanilla and cedar aromas on the nose, followed by a wonderfully flavoursome palate displaying excellent weight and richly textured mouthfeel. Generous and complex with a prolonged delectable finish. At its best: now to 2031."

Gold Medal - Australian Wine Showcase Magazine

Deep dark purple/black with red hue. Luscious aromas of ripe blackberry and concentrated cherry are highlighted by nuances plum, red liquorice and spice. The palate is youthfully opulent and potent, with rich dark plum, cherry, blackberry, whilst complexity is derived from aniseed, red liquorice and Chinese five spices building through the mid palate before the firm round tannins and a refreshing kick of acid explodes. This full-bodied Shiraz has a long lingering finish. Enhanced with wonderfully seamless integration of oak.

Winemaking

Fermented in small open top stainless steel, these fermenters ensure we maintain strong fruit flavor from skins. Hand plunged twice daily for seven days then transferred into American and French oak barrels for the remainder of ferment then spent 14 months to allow full flavour development. Drinking superbly now but for those patient enough to hold off this will develop beautifully for well over a decade years.

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar for next decade

Varietals Shiraz
Region McLaren Vale, South Australia
Alcohol 14%
Winemaker John Harris

The Normans Chandlers Hill Chardonnay 2025 is a vibrant and fruit-driven wine that reflects the rich winemaking heritage of Normans, one of the oldest and most respected names in the Australian wine industry. Established in 1853 by Jesse Norman, the winery’s journey from its humble beginnings in Adelaide to its expansion in McLaren Vale has led to the creation of wines from some of the most renowned vineyards in Australia. The Chandlers Hill Chardonnay is crafted with the traditional winemaking philosophy that has defined the Normans legacy—a wine that is both rich and approachable, made to be enjoyed now.

The Chardonnay grapes were gently crushed and pressed before being fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness and vibrant fruit character. The wine is bottled under stelvin closure, ensuring that the wine retains its zesty nature and ripe fruit profile.

On the nose, the Chandlers Hill Chardonnay bursts with tropical fruit aromas, leading into a palate rich with the intensity of ripe stone fruits. Tropical fruits dominate the flavor profile, while notes of stone fruit add depth and complexity. The wine’s natural acidity provides a refreshing kick, balancing the richness of the fruit and leaving a crisp, clean finish.

This Chardonnay is the perfect choice for those who enjoy a fruit-forward, easy-drinking wine with a balance of richness and refreshing acidity. It pairs beautifully with seafood, grilled chicken, or a creamy goat cheese salad.

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar for short term

Varietals Chardonnay
Region South Australia
Alcohol 13%
Winemaker John Harris

Awards

Vintage 2022 - 92 Points - Australian Wine Showcase Magazine

Vibrant crimson and magenta hue. Freshly cut plum and blackberry aromas, with hints of brooding dark chocolate and mint. Beautifully soft, fruit driven which is round and succulent. There is sweet plum and blackberry fruit with a full, rich texture and velvet like tannins with a hint of exotic spices. 

Cellaring

Drink now or will develop over short to mid term.

The Normans Chandlers Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2025 is a fresh, fruit-driven white wine that stays true to the traditional winemaking philosophy of the Normans family. Established in 1853, Normans is one of Australia’s founding wineries, renowned for producing approachable and vibrant wines that reflect the character of their terroir. This Sauvignon Blanc is crafted with a focus on fleshy fruit and is designed to be enjoyed in its youth, showcasing the true essence of the grape.

In the glass, the wine displays a pale straw color with youthful green highlights, indicating its freshness and vitality. The nose is an inviting mix of tropical and citrus fruits, with subtle hints of gooseberries and passionfruit, typical of this expressive variety. On the palate, the wine offers appealing tropical fruit flavors, complemented by a dash of citrus that adds brightness and balance. The natural fruit acidity provides a refreshing finish, ensuring the wine lingers beautifully, leaving a clean, crisp impression.

Perfect for drinking now, the Normans Chandlers Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2025 is a versatile wine that pairs wonderfully with seafood, fresh salads, goat cheese, or light pasta dishes. Its balance of vibrant fruit and crisp acidity makes it a great choice for various occasions, from casual gatherings to more formal settings

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar for short term.

Varietals Sauvignon Blanc
Region South Australia
Alcohol 12.5%
Winemaker John Harris

Dark core with a purple rim. Fruit driven style with notes of freshly cut plum, cherries and liquorice. Beautifully soft, fruit driven wine showing plum, cherry and some sweeter blueberry notes. A rich flavoursome wine with beautifully soft tannins and the finest touch of oak.

Cellaring

Great to drink now, but will mature and develop complexity for the next 3 years.

This Cabernet Sauvignon is rich with plum, nutmeg and blackberry flavours. These are complemented by well integrated earthy nuances and a smooth, persistent finish.

Winemaking

Normans is one of the oldest and most respected names in the Australian wine industry, established 1853 by Jesse Norman. 

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar 1-5 years.

Varietals Cabernet Sauvignon

Region South Australia

Alcohol 14%

Winemaker John Harris

Awards

2021 Vintage: 93 Points - Australian Wine Showcase Magazine

This Pinot Grigio displays floral aromas with white nectarine, lemon and lime. Ripe flavoursome pear and white nectarine fill the mouth followed by crisp acidity balanced with lemon, lime and pear on the finsih.

Winemaking

Normans is one of the oldest and most respected names in the Australian wine industry, established 1853 by Jesse Norman. 

Cellaring

Great to drink now, but will mature and develop complexity for the next 1 - 3 years.

Awards

AWARD WINNER - Melbourne International Wine Competition 2022

Varietals Pinot Grigio
Region South Australia
Alcohol 13.0%
Winemaker John Harris