It’s that time of the year!

The Holyman release marks an especially thrilling time of the year, when winter coats are stowed away, and the sweet smell of spring fills the air. Birds are chirping, and a gentle gurgling sound is heard from afar, as Joe Holyman emerges from his Tamar Valley shed, ready to introduce the fruits of his labour.

2023 presented its fair share of challenges, but it ultimately shaped up to be a remarkable vintage. The warmer weather resulted in wines that are approachable yet layered with complexity – an honest reflection of their terroir. Nestled just 20 minutes from Launceston in Northern Tasmania, Joe and Lou Holyman’s family vineyard boasts plantings that date back to 1986. Here, the focus is on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, both crafted with a meticulous attention to detail that underscores the vineyard’s commitment to producing wines with exceptional length and ageing potential.

Sustainable farming and minimal intervention are at the heart of Holyman wines. The vineyard’s practises allow the natural characteristics and flavours of the grapes shine, resulting in wines that speak eloquently of time and place. Lou & Joe Holyman are emblematic of the type of honest, passionate and bloody brilliant people that make everything truly worthwhile. This year’s release is a testament to their unwavering dedication to the land they live and breathe. The wines are engaging, thought-provoking, and, above all, an absolute delight to drink.

Like all treasures, these wines are sadly produced in very small quantities.