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The 12th Man Chardonnay 2025

Adelaide Hills

Vintage
2025
ABV
12.5%
Wine Type
White
Wine Style
Still

Pale straw yellow in colour, this wine is gently opulent with aromas of ripe stone fruit, creamy d'Affinois brie, fresh brioche, almond meal and toasted hazelnuts. The palate is powerful and layered, revealing notes of lemon peel, almond nougat and fresh sourdough, balanced by a vibrant acid line and fine chalky texture, finishing long and savoury.

92 POINTS - Halliday Wine Companion

Emma Wood, Kelly Wellington, Grace Wang

Emma joined Wirra Wirra in 2022 after a diverse career at Treasury Wine Estates. Her most recent role as Senior Winemaker for Penfolds saw her heading the brand’s winemaking venture in France and leading the Penfolds winemaking team. Previously Emma held the roles as viticulture winemaker working across Australia’s premium winegrowing regions. Prior to this she was the Senior Winemaker at Seppelt Great Western in Victoria’s Grampians region. Emma was attracted to the sustainable farming philosophies of Wirra Wirra and the chance to continue the legacy of iconic McLaren Vale wines like Church Block, The Angelus and RSW. Emma is also an accomplished wine show judge.