2025 Wirra Wirra The 12th Man Chardonnay

A breathtakingly precise and magnificently structured Adelaide Hills Chardonnay — bright and luminous, with white peach, stone fruit and citrus intensity, extraordinary mineral precision and the cool-climate finesse, fine texture and depth that has earned The 12th Man one of the most celebrated and prestigious accolades in Australian Chardonnay.

The 12th Man — named for cricket's reserve player, always ready to step in and make a difference. From Wirra Wirra — one of South Australia's most beloved and celebrated wineries, founded in 1894 and revived by the Wigley family in 1969. 97 points and a Trophy from Decanter Magazine — extraordinary value at $35.

97 Points & Trophy – Decanter Magazine

Adelaide Hills, SA

$35 a bottle
The 12th Man • Chardonnay • Wirra Wirra • Adelaide Hills

"The 12th Man — named for cricket's reserve player, always ready to step in and make a difference. 97 points and a Decanter Trophy — one of the most celebrated and prestigious accolades in Australian Chardonnay."

About The 12th Man

In cricket, the 12th man is the reserve player — the one who supports the team from the sidelines, always ready to step in when needed. Wirra Wirra's founders were passionate cricketers, and The 12th Man is a tribute to that spirit — reliable, supportive, and always ready to step up. It is also one of Australia's most acclaimed Chardonnay expressions — 97 points and a Trophy from Decanter Magazine, one of the world's most prestigious wine publications.

Tasting Notes

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

Aroma:
Complex and magnificently structured with:

• white peach, stone fruit and citrus zest
• lemon curd and pear
• honey and toasted oak
• fine mineral precision and the cool-climate character of the Adelaide Hills

Adelaide Hills Chardonnay of world-class aromatic complexity — the cool-climate precision and mineral finesse of the Adelaide Hills delivering Chardonnay of extraordinary freshness, texture and depth.

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

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

The wine delivers stone fruit richness with cool-climate elegance, combining Wirra Wirra's celebrated winemaking with the Adelaide Hills' extraordinary cool-climate terroir and the mineral precision that defines great 12th Man Chardonnay.

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

Critical Acclaim & Awards

97pts & Trophy – Decanter Magazine

About Wirra Wirra

Wirra Wirra is one of South Australia's most beloved and celebrated wineries, founded in McLaren Vale in 1894 and revived by Robert Wigley in 1969 — one of the great stories of Australian wine. The Wigley family's passion for cricket, community and great wine is woven through everything Wirra Wirra does, from the iconic Church Block to The 12th Man Chardonnay. The 12th Man is sourced from the Adelaide Hills for the cool-climate precision and mineral finesse that delivers Chardonnay of world-class quality — 97 points and a Decanter Trophy at $35.

It represents:

• breathtakingly precise Adelaide Hills Chardonnay from one of South Australia's most beloved and celebrated wineries
• Wirra Wirra's cricket-inspired tribute — 97 points and a Decanter Trophy, one of the most prestigious accolades in Australian Chardonnay
• outstanding value for a 97-point, Trophy-winning Adelaide Hills Chardonnay at $35

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2025
• Variety: Chardonnay
• Region: Adelaide Hills, SA
• Producer: Wirra Wirra
• Serving Temperature: 10–14°C
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2032

Food Pairings

• Grilled lobster with lemon butter
• 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 precise, magnificently structured Adelaide Hills Chardonnay from one of South Australia's most beloved and celebrated wineries — 97 points and a Decanter Trophy at $35.
One of the great value propositions in Australian Chardonnay — world-class quality at an exceptional everyday price.

An essential acquisition for lovers of precise, mineral-driven Chardonnay and the finest South Australian white wine.