Howard Park’s Flint Rock Chardonnay is a regional blend sourced from the cool-climate subregions of Mount Barker, Porongurup and Frankland River in Western Australia’s Great Southern, chosen to showcase the mineral purity and natural acidity for which the region is renowned. Fermented and matured with a combination of lees contact and judicious oak influence, the wine balances citrus and white stone fruit flavours with subtle nutty complexity, creamy texture and a distinctive mineral edge, delivering a modern Australian Chardonnay that emphasises freshness, regional expression and drinkability over overt richness.
2025
Captures the hallmark freshness and mineral drive of Great Southern Chardonnay, combining citrus and white stone fruit characters with subtle nutty complexity from partial oak maturation and lees contact.
2024
“Pale straw and bright in the glass. Aromas of pithy grapefruit, green melon, white flowers and a touch of nuttiness. Fresh, crunchy and textured on the palate, with a core of just-ripe stone fruit, apple, mineral acidity and a touch of grip. Smart length.” 91 Points, Aaron Brasher, The Real Review
2023
“Aromas of sliced pears and white nectarines with hints of orchid blossom and a raw almond undertone. Some stony minerality, too. Medium- to full-bodied with fresh, crisp acidity and creamy texture. Excellent tension and energy.” 92 points, James Suckling
92 points, Stuart Knox, The Real Review
93 points, Ray Jordan
93 points, Cassandra Charlick, Winepilot
