Down at the southern tip of Western Australia, between Margaret River and Mt. Barker, lies the little town of Manjimup and a very large and beautiful Chestnut tree. The tree is at the highest and most visible point of the Chestnut Grove vineyards, home of Tall Timber Wines.
Although Pinot Noir is widely planted, it is Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay that are beginning to make a name for themselves. Manjimup also sells a lot of its grapes to other wineries in the state. It has lovely boutique wineries-some with cellar doors-magnificent forests, and a beautiful rich countryside.
Manjimup is the commercial center of the southwest corner of Western Australia and the state's largest potato-growing area. It is surrounded by fertile agricultural land that is used for dairying and farms of beef, sheep and vegetables. Since the first settlers arrived in 1856, timber has played a large part in its livelihood and today, timber and wood chipping are still major industries. Tourism has now become a major source of revenue for Manjimup as thousands of tourists arrive each year to marvel at the beautiful forests that are the backbone of area.
Manjimup is certainly the place to visit if you are interested in forestry. It boasts Western Australia's only timber museum and the Manjimup Timber Park. Here, you can see fascinating displays of local timber history, machinery and artifacts; a historical village, and displays of local timbers. Just to the east of Manjimup is the King Jarrah Heritage Trail, a half mile walk through enchanting forests to a particular tree that some claim is over 1200 years old! The walk will afford you some of the freshest air you have ever breathed and between October and December the area is ablaze with magnificent wildflower displays.
Our selection is a conduit to the naturally beautiful paradise from which it hails. It is like no other Chardonnay you have experienced in the past. You will first be intrigued by the sensuous pineapple and Asian pear component expanded with the barest hint of vanilla. The delicate, yet richly flavored palate displays citrus, quince and vanilla flavors and the sweet fruit is balanced seamlessly by a naturally flowing acidity. Purety and grace in a mere glass of wine.
May 2010 Vintners Series Newsletter (.pdf)
