An assemblage of Chardonnay from premier viticultural precincts, vineyards are managed to ensure a reduction of phenolic development and retention of bright varietal fruit flavours. Grapes are harvested throughout the cool of night and delivered to the winery for crushing. Some parcels are picked to an earlier schedule to capture good natural acidity and contribute structure to the palate. The free run juices are chilled and racked before being treated to inoculation by choice yeasts and a prompt vinification for the retention of fresh, lively primary fruit characters. Upon completion, components are trialled and assembled into the finished wine, without maturation or any exposure to oak.