{"product_id":"jackson-family-wines-giant-steps-chardonnay-sexton-2020","title":"Jackson Family Wines Giant Steps Chardonnay Sexton 2020","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col-12 md:col-6 mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Vertical Powerhouse\" – A Masterclass in Yarra Valley Precision\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn April 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2020 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e has evolved into a wine of immense detail and structural beauty. While Giant Steps is famous for its single-vineyard explorations, the Sexton plot—located on the steep, north-facing slopes of the Warramate Ranges in Gruyere—is consistently the most \"serious\" and mineral-driven of the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe 2020 vintage was a \"rollercoaster\" in the Yarra Valley. A cool spring led to very low yields with small, intense bunches. This naturally concentrated the fruit, resulting in a Chardonnay that balances \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"205\"\u003esearing natural acidity with a savory, almost honeyed richness.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (2026 Perspective)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAfter six years, the 2020 has moved beyond its initial \"zesty\" phase and is showing sophisticated secondary characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eComplex and Flinty.\u003c\/b\u003e It opens with a striking \"struck match\" reduction—a hallmark of high-end Yarra Chardonnay. Layers of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"131\"\u003epreserved lemon, white peach, and toasted hazelnuts\u003c\/b\u003e are supported by a delicate note of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"219\"\u003ejasmine and wet stones\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eRestrained and Focused.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is \"crystalline.\" You’ll find a concentrated core of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"99\"\u003egrapefruit and nectarine\u003c\/b\u003e, but the real star is the texture. It is medium-bodied with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"186\"\u003esilky, phenolic grip\u003c\/b\u003e and a \" Parisian almond\" creaminess from the lees aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eLong and Saline.\u003c\/b\u003e It concludes with a persistent, mineral-driven finish that is mouth-wateringly salty and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Chardonnay (Clones: Gingin, Mendoza, 95, 76)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTerroir\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003eGrey clay loam over granite\/ironstone (130–210m elevation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003eIndigenous yeast fermentation in 500L French puncheons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003e10 months in French oak (\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003e20% New\u003c\/b\u003e); no Malolactic fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e13.0%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e95 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMike Bennie\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e96 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2023 – 2030.\u003c\/b\u003e It is currently in a \"sweet spot\" where the oak has fully integrated into the dense fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThe Sexton Vineyard is unique because of its \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003ethin topsoil\u003c\/b\u003e over rocky clay. The vines have to work incredibly hard, which translates into a wine that feels \"vertical\" and powerful rather than broad and buttery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Serving Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Serve at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"26\"\u003e11°C–13°C\u003c\/b\u003e. Avoid serving it straight from a cold fridge; giving it a bit of warmth allows the savory hazelnut and marzipan notes to emerge from behind the high acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Luxe\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e Exceptional with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"35\"\u003eGrilled Scallops\u003c\/b\u003e in a lemon-butter sauce or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"79\"\u003eRoasted Poultry\u003c\/b\u003e with tarragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Savory Match:\u003c\/b\u003e Its mineral backbone makes it a great partner for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"68\"\u003eMushroom Risotto\u003c\/b\u003e or a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003emature Comté cheese\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinnish Twist:\u003c\/b\u003e A world-class pairing for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eSeared Whitefish (Siika)\u003c\/b\u003e served with a light cauliflower purée. The wine's saline minerality mirrors the delicate saltiness of the fish perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Jackson Family Wines Giant Steps Chardonnay Sexton 2020","offer_id":57772270190966,"sku":"9351105000206","price":34.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Alko","offer_id":57772270223734,"sku":"9351105000206","price":21.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/GSsexton.png?v=1777451827","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/jackson-family-wines-giant-steps-chardonnay-sexton-2020","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}