PA PA range is a reflection of Xavier’s passion for working with the finest growers he has encountered during many years in the wine industry. Drawing from his extensive experience and connections, he collaborates with some of the best viticulturists to craft his range.

The 2025 release marks another step forward for the vineyard, as ongoing work in the site continues to refine both balance and expression year by year. Careful attention in the vineyard — from soil health through to canopy management — is beginning to show more clearly in the wines, with greater consistency, clarity and site definition across the range.

The growing season unfolded with precision from the outset, with flowering beginning nearly two weeks ahead of the long-term average and a dry spring providing ideal conditions for fruit set. Early summer continued in a similarly promising vein, with healthy vine growth and naturally balanced crop levels. Timely rainfall arrived post-Christmas, accompanied by a brief hail event that had minimal overall impact — Pinot Noir remained largely unaffected, while small pockets of rot in Chardonnay were carefully managed through meticulous hand-sorting in both the vineyard and winery.

Yields were reduced as a result, but this has translated into wines of greater concentration and purity. Pinot Noir shows excellent colour, depth and natural tension, while Chardonnay retains freshness and minerality, with added drive from the lower yields. The 2025 wines are defined by clarity, focus and a quietly expressive intensity.