The Patrick Sullivan Black Sands Chardonnay 2024 is a bold yet refined cool-climate Chardonnay sources from a unique single vineyard near Heywood in Western Victoria. On the nose, you'll find vibrant citrus elements like lime, lemon and grapefruit, layered with white peach and subtle spicy. The palate is fresh and concentrated with bright mineral notes, acidity and creamy texture, framed by oak and a chalky, saline finish.

About the winemaker:

Patrick Sullivan is a Viticulture-trianed Australian winemaker dedicated to crafting expressive, terroir-driven Chardonnay. Raised in rural Victoria, Patrick's passion for wine began young and led him to focus on viticulture rather than traditional winemaking, believing great wines start in the vineyard.

Since launching his label in 2013, Patrick has earned a reputation for producing site-specific wines that reflect their origins with clarity and individuality. Rooted in the cool-climate soils of Gippsland and other volcanic and limestone-rich vineyards, his Chardonnay showcases structure, freshness and minerality unique to each site.

Patrick's winemaking philosophy centres on minimal intervention and meticulous vineyard care, with the goal of letting each site's unique character shine through in his wines. His approach to thoughtful winemaking has made him one of Australia's exciting voices in contemporary Chardonnay.