2025 Patrick Sullivan Ada River Chardonnay

A beautifully refined Chardonnay — pure, textural and deeply expressive, showcasing the finesse and character of Gippsland

96 points The Wine Front | 95 points The Wine Advocate 

Gippsland, Vic

$125 a bottle

Elegant • Textural • Cool-Climate Chardonnay

“A beautifully refined Chardonnay — pure, textural and deeply expressive, showcasing the finesse and character of Gippsland.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Pale gold with brilliant clarity — elegant, luminous and refined.

Aroma:
Complex and lifted with:
• white peach and nectarine
• citrus, lemon zest and grapefruit
• flinty minerality and subtle reduction
• nougat and delicate oak spice
Aromatic precision with depth and finesse.

Palate:
Medium-bodied with exceptional balance and texture.
Expect layers of:
• stone fruit and citrus
• peach, nectarine and lemon
• fine, integrated oak
• creamy texture with mineral drive
• vibrant acidity providing length and precision
A composed Chardonnay combining elegance, purity and complexity.

Finish:
Long, refined and mineral with lingering citrus, subtle oak and fine acidity.

Critical Acclaim

• 96pts – The Wine Front
“Elegant, textural and beautifully balanced with excellent length.”

About the Wine

Patrick Sullivan is one of Australia’s most respected producers, known for crafting site-driven wines that emphasise purity, balance and minimal intervention.

The Ada River vineyard in Gippsland delivers:
• cool-climate precision
• pure fruit expression
• mineral complexity
• refined structure

Food Pairings

• Lobster and shellfish
• Roast chicken
• Creamy pasta
• Grilled fish
• Soft cheeses

Why We Love It

This is a standout cool-climate Chardonnay — elegant, textural and incredibly refined.

At $125, it delivers premium quality with strong critical backing.

A must-have for lovers of precise, site-driven Australian Chardonnay.