Thorn-Clarke's Mount Crawford Vineyard, in the higher altitudes of Eden Valley, yields an exceptional quality of Chardonnay, translating into outstanding wines endowed with exciting regionality. The favourable ripening seasons stimulate vines, accumulating vibrant varietal flavours in the fruit, infusing grapes with perfect natural acidity. Fruit is crushed, destemmed and treated to a membrane press, discarding the must. Parcels are fermented through the action of neutral yeasts, kept slow and cool to retain all the vital flavours. Sandpiper is lees stirred battonage for six weeks, minimally fined and filtered for optimal retention of inimitable Eden Valley character Chardonnay. Alcohol 12.5%