Grape variety: Chardonnay
Region: Franschhoek
Alcohol: 12.9%
Bottle size: 750ml (Standard)
Closure: Natural Cork
Drink by: 2032
A complex and expressive Chardonnay with aromas of lemon cream and ripe stone fruit. On the palate it is creamy yet lively, supported by a crisp acidity that leads into a long, elegant finish. The integration of fruit, oak and freshness provides depth and finesse. Vintage: Ahead of harvest there were record wet winters that replenished water reserves before the season. A dry spring and summer kept disease pressure low, while cooler ripening conditions throughout the harvest allowed a slow, even maturation. This produced fruit with excellent natural acidity, purity and concentration. Winemaking: The grapes were 100% whole-bunch pressed, followed by a short settling period in tank. The juice was then racked into a combination of Austrian and French oak barrels and aged for 10 months. Viticulture: The Chardonnay vines come from a pristine vineyard and are carefully trained on the double Guyot system to optimize canopy management and fruit exposure. Each row is netted to protect the crop from bird damage and to ensure that only the highest-quality grapes reach the cellar. The health and uniformity of the vineyard were exceptional, yielding grapes of outstanding quality.
