Hail to the King! The king of white wine grapes, that is. True to it's Alpine home, this greets you with a swirl of citrus and stone fruit. There's a creamy element, too - something like peach cobbler or apricot yoghurt. Deftly striking a balance between richness and freshness, between full-fruited palate weight and fresh, energetic acidity. A delightful wine to say the least - this is versatile and friendly High Country chardy at it's best. Drink or hold.

If we were only able to drink chardonnay everyday, this one would be our staple. Marg and chard go hand in hand for a damned fine reason. This elegant and fruit-driven drop was born from a warm summer is enticing with every mouthful. You'll get fresh pear, a hint of rock melon and enough citrus zest to leave you utterly refreshed. There's a touch of oak too but it's a humble bystander in this sumptuous chard show. Best now or in a few years - if you've got more discipline than us. Pair with a cheese board, a carbonara or some friends on the deck.

An excellent vintage on show: Halliday called it "‘quite possibly the perfect growing and ripening season,' and here we can see why. This is a fresh and exciting release that is smack dab in the sweet spot. Still fresh and brightly acidic, but with creamy richness that fills the mouth. This is a tried-and-true Mornington estate. They have been producing premium wine out of the peninsula for the last forty-odd years and that experience shines through here.