2025 Clonakilla Tumbarumba Chardonnay | Breathtaking Chardonnay

A breathtakingly pure and precisely structured high-altitude Chardonnay — bright and luminous, with white peach, citrus and stone fruit intensity, extraordinary mineral precision and the cool-climate finesse, fine acidity and depth that makes Tumbarumba one of Australia's most exciting and distinctive Chardonnay regions — and one of Tim Kirk's most compelling sourcing decisions.

Tumbarumba — a high-altitude cool-climate region in the Snowy Mountains foothills of NSW, producing Chardonnay of extraordinary citrus purity, fine acidity and cool-climate precision. From Tim Kirk — Clonakilla's celebrated winemaker, best known for the iconic Canberra District Shiraz Viognier. 93+ points and outstanding value at $50.

93+ Points – The Wine Front

Tumbarumba, NSW

$50 a bottle
Tumbarumba • Chardonnay • Clonakilla • NSW

"Tumbarumba — one of Australia's most exciting and distinctive high-altitude Chardonnay regions. Tim Kirk's breathtakingly pure, precisely structured Chardonnay from the Snowy Mountains foothills."

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Bright golden with excellent clarity — luminous, vibrant and inviting.

Aroma:
Pure and complex with:

• white peach, stone fruit and citrus zest
• lemon curd and grapefruit
• honey and subtle toasted oak
• fine mineral precision and the high-altitude cool-climate character of Tumbarumba

High-altitude Tumbarumba Chardonnay of extraordinary aromatic purity — the citrus intensity and mineral precision of the Snowy Mountains foothills delivering Chardonnay of extraordinary freshness, fine acidity and cool-climate finesse.

Palate:
Medium to full-bodied with excellent texture, balance and fresh acidity.
Expect layers of:

• white peach, stone fruit and lemon zest
• grapefruit and citrus
• honey and subtle toasted oak
• fine mineral backbone and high-altitude cool-climate precision
• fresh acidity delivering tension, balance and length

The wine delivers citrus purity with cool-climate elegance, combining Tim Kirk's celebrated winemaking with the Tumbarumba region's extraordinary high-altitude terroir and the mineral precision that defines great Tumbarumba Chardonnay.

Finish:
Long and satisfying with lingering citrus, stone fruit, honey and the extraordinary mineral precision that defines great high-altitude Chardonnay.

Critical Acclaim

93+pts – The Wine Front

About Clonakilla Tumbarumba Chardonnay

Clonakilla is one of Australia's most celebrated and iconic wineries, founded by Dr John Kirk in the Canberra District in 1971 and now run by his son Tim Kirk — one of Australia's most respected and celebrated winemakers, best known for the iconic Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier. The Tumbarumba Chardonnay represents Tim Kirk's deliberate sourcing from one of Australia's most exciting and distinctive high-altitude Chardonnay regions — Tumbarumba, in the Snowy Mountains foothills of NSW, where the high altitude and cool climate produce Chardonnay of extraordinary citrus purity, fine acidity and cool-climate precision quite different in character from the Canberra District. A compelling expression of Tim Kirk's range and curiosity as a winemaker.

It represents:

• breathtakingly pure high-altitude Tumbarumba Chardonnay from one of Australia's most celebrated and iconic wineries
• Tim Kirk's deliberate sourcing from one of Australia's most exciting and distinctive cool-climate Chardonnay regions
• outstanding value for a 93+-point, food-friendly high-altitude Tumbarumba Chardonnay at $50

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2025
• Variety: Chardonnay
• Region: Tumbarumba, NSW
• Producer: Clonakilla
• Winemaker: Tim Kirk
• Serving Temperature: 10–14°C
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2031

Food Pairings

• Grilled fish with lemon and herbs
• Pan-seared scallops
• Roast chicken with tarragon
• Aged Gruyère or Comté
• Rich seafood dishes
• Creamy pasta with mushrooms

Why We Love It

This is breathtakingly pure, precisely structured high-altitude Tumbarumba Chardonnay from one of Australia's most celebrated and iconic wineries — Tim Kirk's compelling sourcing from the Snowy Mountains foothills.
At $50, it delivers 93+-point quality and outstanding high-altitude Tumbarumba Chardonnay character at an exceptional everyday price.

A must-have for lovers of pure, mineral-driven cool-climate Chardonnay and the finest high-altitude Australian white wine.