Tasting: Giant Steps

Founded in the Yarra Valley in 1997, Giant Steps has become one of Australia’s leading producers of cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, celebrated for wines that combine precision, purity, and a strong sense of place. Named after the iconic John Coltrane album, Giant Steps has built its reputation through exceptional vineyard sourcing across the Yarra Valley and a thoughtful, restrained winemaking philosophy that allows each site to speak clearly. Their wines have become benchmarks for modern Australian Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, balancing elegance, energy, and complexity with remarkable consistency. Across the evening, we will explore a selection of Giant Steps wines, including several recent releases, offering a wonderful opportunity to experience the style, finesse, and evolution of one of Australia’s most highly regarded contemporary wineries. Wines on show:* 2025 Yarra Valley Rose 2024 Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2025 Circle of Fifths Chardonnay 2025 Sexton Chardonnay 2024 LDR 2024 Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2025 Circle of Fifths Pinot Noir 2025 Applejack Pinot Noir When: Thursday 8th of October Where: Melbourne Wine School Inspire9 Level 1/41-43 Stewart Street Richmond 3121 Cost: $55.00 Time: 6:30pm - 8:30 (Circa 1.5/2 hours) *Indicative list only. Tasting Samples subject to availability and may change. All Melbourne Wine School T&Cs apply.