96 points Philip Rich (Wine Companion): "An exciting new addition to the Giant Steps range, this new blend of all the single-vineyard wines is an absolute cracker and sits very comfortably in the range, both qualitatively and price-wise. Aromas of gently grilled nuts, confit lemon and a touch of struck match can all be found on the bouquet, while the palate is chalky, tensile and long. By the time this is released in June it should be singing. (05/29/25)."
95 points James Suckling: "A blend of lots from five single-vineyard bottlings, this chardonnay sits on the edge of reduction, with aromas of flint, phosphorus, lemon pith, grapefruit rind, chalk and orange blossoms. The palate is mid-weighted and textural, with a strong mineral drive and a high level of polish, leading into a mouthwatering finish. All the flashiness of the single-vineyard wines at a more approachable price. Drink or hold. Screw cap. (08/10/25)."
94 points Erin Larkin (Wine Advocate): "The 2024 Circle of Fifths Chardonnay comprises a blend of all five single vineyards. The wine shows a little of all, and in so doing, some of none. There is the austerity of acidity and cavalcade of crushed, salted and pasted nuts, lemon zest, citrus oil and green leaves, coupled finally with the floral and tea-like notes evident in all five cuvées. It's an interesting composition, perhaps a little frenetic, like some of John Coltrane's work (Circle of Fifths is named after the jazz arrangement toward the circle of fifths root movement, whereas Coltrane's proclivity is in thirds, which is unusual. Giant Steps was named after Coltrane's studio album), but pleasurable in just the same way. In its way, this wine endorses and emphasizes the singularity of the single-vineyard wines, but it offers immense satisfaction of its own accord as well. 13% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. Drink 2025-2039. (11/13/25)."
93 points Angus Hughson (Vinous): "The 2024 Chardonnay Circle of Fifths is perky, compact and precise, with a firm, tight core of melon and citrus. Nougat barrel ferment and oak spice just poke through. Chalky acidity frames the palate, while tense, fine-boned flavors are seamlessly balanced and maintain the wine's linear shape through a cylindrical finish of extreme length. A sleeper but worth waiting for. Drink 2028-2035. (06/25)."
95 points James Suckling: "A blend of lots from five single-vineyard bottlings, this chardonnay sits on the edge of reduction, with aromas of flint, phosphorus, lemon pith, grapefruit rind, chalk and orange blossoms. The palate is mid-weighted and textural, with a strong mineral drive and a high level of polish, leading into a mouthwatering finish. All the flashiness of the single-vineyard wines at a more approachable price. Drink or hold. Screw cap. (08/10/25)."
94 points Erin Larkin (Wine Advocate): "The 2024 Circle of Fifths Chardonnay comprises a blend of all five single vineyards. The wine shows a little of all, and in so doing, some of none. There is the austerity of acidity and cavalcade of crushed, salted and pasted nuts, lemon zest, citrus oil and green leaves, coupled finally with the floral and tea-like notes evident in all five cuvées. It's an interesting composition, perhaps a little frenetic, like some of John Coltrane's work (Circle of Fifths is named after the jazz arrangement toward the circle of fifths root movement, whereas Coltrane's proclivity is in thirds, which is unusual. Giant Steps was named after Coltrane's studio album), but pleasurable in just the same way. In its way, this wine endorses and emphasizes the singularity of the single-vineyard wines, but it offers immense satisfaction of its own accord as well. 13% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. Drink 2025-2039. (11/13/25)."
93 points Angus Hughson (Vinous): "The 2024 Chardonnay Circle of Fifths is perky, compact and precise, with a firm, tight core of melon and citrus. Nougat barrel ferment and oak spice just poke through. Chalky acidity frames the palate, while tense, fine-boned flavors are seamlessly balanced and maintain the wine's linear shape through a cylindrical finish of extreme length. A sleeper but worth waiting for. Drink 2028-2035. (06/25)."
| Product SKU | 356457 |
| Producer | Giant Steps |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Victoria |
| SubRegion | Yarra Valley |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
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