BK Wines, founded in 2007 by Brendon and Kirstyn Keys, is a boutique winery nestled in the picturesque Adelaide Hills of Australia. This winery has a distinct vision: to craft wines that are not just beverages but beautiful, sensory works of art. Located in an idyllic setting surrounded by native bushland, koalas, and abundant birdlife, BK Wines embodies the essence of its non-conformist locale.​
 
Brendon Keys, the visionary winemaker behind BK Wines, draws inspiration from his experiences in New Zealand, Argentina, and California, where he learned the intricacies of winemaking. His philosophy centers on sourcing exceptional grapes from sustainable, small vineyards that showcase the unique terroir of each site. With a minimalist approach, Brendon guides this carefully chosen fruit through the winemaking process, resulting in extraordinary, unfiltered, and unfined wines.
 
BK Wines Swaby Chardonnay 2021
Swaby Chardonnay commands attention year after year. In 2020, expect a bold, serious presence packed with spices and stone fruit. The 2021 edition amps up the intensity, compressing rich flavors into every sip for maximum impact and power. Its tight back palate and sturdy frame promise restraint now, with decades of cellar potential ahead. Crafted from 100% handpicked Piccadilly Chardonnay, fermented with wild yeast, whole bunch pressed to barrel, stirred on lees, aged 10 months in 25% new French oak, left unfiltered and unfined. Just 50 dozen produced.
 
BK Wines Swaby Chardonnay 2022
It stands out with its distinctive quirks, sharp angles, and strong personality. Approach with curiosity and patience to unlock its rewards. The 2022 vintage delivers intense stone fruit, exotic spices, quince oil, and Angostura bitters notes, layered with exceptional length, balance, and confidence. Let it breathe for at least two days to reveal its full evolution. Among these unique Chardonnays, Swaby holds a special place.
100% Piccadilly Chardonnay, handpicked. Wild-yeast fermentation, whole bunch pressed to barrel, some batonage, 10 months in 25% new French oak. Unfiltered, unfined. Limited to 100 dozen.
 
BK Wines Swaby Chardonnay 2023 (95 points - JamesSuckling.com)
The 2023 vintage bursts with clarity and confidence. Expect classic Chardonnay aromas of lime zest, candied fruit, quince essence, and a hint of sherbet-like sweetness. It delivers remarkable depth, intricate layers, and refined intensity. On the palate, juicy pear and cardamom notes shine, balanced by vibrant acidity, lingering freshness, and a firm phenolic structure. Irresistibly appealing and poised with assurance. Crafted from 100% Piccadilly Chardonnay, hand-harvested, fermented with wild yeast, whole-bunch pressed into barrels, gently stirred, aged 10 months in 25% new French oak, left unfiltered and unfined. Just 200 dozen produced.