Comments from Winemaker Keppell Smith:

Frère Cadet is made identically as the Estate chardonnay. The same care attention to old world traditions. Unrushed, allowing nature to do the work at her own pace.

The only difference is the vineyard, run by some talented vignerons, located a few kilometers from Savaterre in the Beechworth region.

2024 Tasting Notes

This is a finer more defined 'Frère Cadet'. On the nose lifted floral notes of lime blossom and gardenia combine with aromas of white nectarine, grapefruit, grilled nuts, praline, brioche, cinnamon, cardamon and flint.

The palate is a delight. Purer enjoyment. Mouth filling juicy minerality. Amazing structure. Such length and precision. Just the right amount of “grip” on the finish.  

This wine makes you salivate with anticipation of the next sip.

The flavours and texture go on and on with glimpses of pear, white peach/nectarine, pink grapefruit. I won’t go on but you get the idea.

Precise, textured and powerful with a beautiful spine of acidity to frame this delightful experience. I consider this version the best 'Frère Cadet' yet.

While it it is labelled Frère Cadet (younger brother) it is by no means a second wine.

Only one from a different Terroir.