The Chalmers family’s commitment to innovation and excellence has made them a pivotal force in the Australian wine scene for over 20 years. This is illustrated by the fact that first Nero d’Avola vine was imported by Chalmers in 2001 and that one little vine has evolved into more than 200,000 vines planted all over Australia.
The grape has really found a synergy with the red soils of Heathcote, particularly in the top block where the Chalmers Nero d’Avola is grown. The combination of the lightness and charry/graphite notes of that site with the cherry/raspberry, tar and hard herb characters of Nero d’Avola is a great match. Chalmers deliberately go for a crunchy style which gives an enchanting, vibrant and juicy wine.