Vineyard - The Chalmers Heathcote Vineyard is an east facing sloped site comprised of the famous red Cambrian soils of the area. The lower vineyard from whence came this fruit, is deep red clay-loam. Chalmers aim to follow organic farming principles where possible and are transparent in their communication when it is not. Chalmers are fully certified at both of their Victorian vineyards with Sustainable Winegrowing Australia.

Winemaking - Harvested 14th March. 25% of the fruit was placed in the bottom of the fermenters, the rest gently destemmed over the top. Wild yeasts were allowed to complete the fermentation, with the cap being rolled under the juice by hand once a day for 15 days. Pressed to old neutral French oak barrels to mature for 6 months. No additions apart from sulphur, no fining or filtration. Vegan friendly.

Label - The first time I made this wine I left Melbourne to drive to Heathcote at 3AM. Once I was out beyond the city lights, the Milky Way was like a vein of light; you could not make out individual stars. Sang des Étoiles, blood of the stars.

Available in 6 and 12 packs. 10% off 12 packs.