2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Classification Single Vineyard Chardonnay
Region Elgin
Soil Well-drained gravel beds with underlying clay; the vineyard is described as rich in clay.
Elevation 420.0 meters
Orientation North-Facing Slopes
Fermentation Vessels 228 L and 300 L French oak barrels
Pressing Method Whole-Bunch Pressed After Hand-Picking And An Overnight Stay In A Cold Room.
Oak Types French oak; 20% new, remainder second-, third- and fourth-fill
Barrel Size 228 and 300
Closure Natural Cork
Production Details Hand-picked grapes were chilled overnight, whole-bunch pressed, and processed without settling enzymes so that the juice retained more solids; no bâtonnage was performed.
Tasting Notes Perfumed and mineral, with soft pear, stone fruit and bright citrus; sumptuous, deep and broad in fruit profile, with structure and significant ageing potential.
Food Pairing Chicken, ham, or cheese-based salads, including Caesar salad and chicken salad.
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wine-SearcherLWIN 2302760 | — | — | wine-searcher.com ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
Highlands Road, Elgin 7160, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 28 284 9678
Email
Owner
Iona Wine Farm
Cellarmaster
Werner