2022 Patrick Sullivan "Bull Swamp" Gippsland Chardonnay

Bull Swamp is one of the oldest vineyards in all of Gippsland, with vines planted in 1982. This is Patrick's warmest site which produces his most powerful and intensely flavored Chardonnays. The site has a northern exposure on a steep cliff 100 meters high. Matured in 30% new French oak.for 12 months. 95 Points from Angus Hughson of Vinous: "The exceptional 2022 Chardonnay Bull Swamp jumps out of the blocks with explosive layers of floral and nectarine aromas, tightly wound and built for the cellar. A beautifully textured palate follows, with excellent definition and purity of citrus, and mineral/chalky flavors lined with fine French oak. A steely backbone, firm tension and incredible length will see this wine age superbly well." Last summer we discovered the wines of Patrick Sullivan, and to say we were blown away would be an understatement. Brandon alone was responsible for at least a case of the Baw Baw Shire Chardonnay going missing, and we sold through nearly the whole state's i