Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest shop price | 2024 / 750ml | ≈ $37.66Original CHF 31.20 | vinello.ch ↗ |
2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
pH 3.39
Total Acidity 6.17 g/L
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window 5+ years from vintage
Region Franschhoek
Harvest Dates January-March 2024
Vine Age 12 years
Fermentation Vessels Primary Fermentation Vessels, 300 Litre French Oak Barrels, 2500 Litre French Oak Foudres
Pressing Method Whole Bunch
Oak Details 27% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak27%
Second Fill Oak32%
Third Fill Oak23%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre French oak barrels, 2500 litre French oak foudres
Production Details Only free-run juice from gentle, whole-bunch pressing was used for this wine. Eleven months of maturation occurred in the primary fermentation vessels; 27% first, 32% second and 23% third and fourth fill 300 litre French oak barrels, the remainder in 2500 litre French oak foudres.
Food Pairing mussels, Abalobi fish, sautéed prawns, carrots, cucumber, orange gel, crisp coral tuille
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
pH 3.46
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window 5+ years from vintage
Region Franschhoek
Vineyard Yield 8 hL/ha
Grapes Picked mid-February and the beginning of March 2023
Vine Age 14 years
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Oak Foudre
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Aging 11 months
Oak Details 33% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak33%
Second Fill Oak22%
Third Fill Oak29%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre, 2500 litre
Production Details Only free-run juice from gentle, whole bunch pressing was used for this wine. Eleven months of maturation occurred in the primary fermentation vessels; 33% first, 22% second, and 29% third and fourth fill 300 litre French oak barrels, the remainder in 2500 litre French oak foudres.
Tasting Notes
Nose: mandarin orange, orange blossom, vanilla, lime
Palate: minerality, passion fruit, oak
Food Pairing grilled crayfish, cantaloupe, herbed prawn with crispy parma ham
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
pH 3.42
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Grapes Picked end of February and beginning of March 2022
Vine Age 12 years
Fermentation Vessels Primary Fermentation Vessels, 300 Litre French Oak Barrels, 2500 Litre French Oak Foudres
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Details 25% Second Fill Oak
Second Fill Oak25%
Third Fill Oak19%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre French oak barrels, 2500 litre French oak foudres
Production Details Only free-run juice from gentle, whole bunch pressing was used for this wine. Eleven months of maturation occurred in the primary fermentation vessels; 33% first, 25% second and 19% third fill 300 litre French oak barrels, the remainder in 2500 litre French oak foudres.
Tasting Notes
Nose: grapefruit, lemon rind, vanilla, cinnamon spice
Palate: toasted hazelnut nougat, yellow fleshed fruits, persistent acidity, intricate minerality
Food Pairing trout ceviche containing segments of grapefruit, grilled nectarine, crushed avocado, hints of shaved fennel
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 3.3 g/L
pH 3.36
Total Acidity 6.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Harvest Dates end of February and beginning of March 2021
Vine Age 17 years
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Foudre
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Details 31% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak31%
Second Fill Oak36%
Third Fill Oak5%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre, 2500 litre
Production Details Only free-run juice from gentle, whole bunch pressing was used for this wine. Eleven months of maturation occurred in the primary fermentation vessels; 31% first, 36% second and 5% third fill 300 litre French oak barrels, the remainder in 2500 litre French oak foudres.
Tasting Notes
orange blossom, white pear, toasted macadamia, honeydew melon, crisp brioche, oyster shell
Food Pairing mild Thai green coconut curry with lime zest and toasted cashews
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 2.5 g/L
pH 3.52
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Grapes Picked end of February 2020
Vine Age 15 years
Fermentation Vessels Primary Fermentation Vessels, French Oak Barrels, French Oak Foudres
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Aging 11 months
Oak Details 29% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak29%
Second Fill Oak37%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details Only free-run juice from gentle, whole bunch pressing was used for this wine. Eleven months of maturation occurred in the primary fermentation vessels; 29% first fill and 37% second fill 300 litre French oak barrels, the remainder in French oak foudres.
Tasting Notes
lemon rind, grapefruit, toasted macadamia, white pear, citrus blossom, cinnamon spice
Food Pairing pan seared red drum sea bass, citrus and crème fraiche beurre blanc with a fennel and Granny Smith apple salad
2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 3 g/L
pH 3.32
Total Acidity 6.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Grapes Picked February to March 2019
Vine Age 14 years
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Egg, Foudre, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Production Details Free-run juice from gentle whole cluster pressing was used for this wine. Eleven months of maturation occurred in the primary fermentation vessels; 15% in concrete eggs, 20% in foudres and the remainder in 300L French oak barrels of which one third were new barrels.
Food Pairing crispy squid tubes and tenticles, charred grapefruit segments, lime yoghurt, shaved fennel
2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.29
Total Acidity 6.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Grapes Picked mid February to beginning March 2018
Vine Age 12 years
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Egg Tanks, Foudres, French Oak Barrels
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Details 33% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak33%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300L French oak barrels
Production Details The grapes were hand-picked from mid February to beginning March 2018 with an average yield of 8 ton per hectare. After whole cluster pressing only the free-run juice was used of which 15% was fermented and matured in concrete egg tanks to give the freshness, vibrancy and lemon lime characteristics to the wine. A further 15% was fermented and matured in Foudres, which aids in creating the texture and softness of the wine. The remainder of the juice was fermented in 300L French oak barrels for 11 months, of which one third was new barrels. This new barrel component ensures the integration of the wine, and is responsible for the length and structure of the final blend. The wine has an ageing potential of 5+ years from vintage.
Tasting Notes
lemon blossom, kiwi fruit, zesty grapefruit, creamy nougat, bright green apple
Food Pairing crispy squid tubes and tentacles, charred lime yoghurt, shaved fennel and a citrus dressing
2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 3.2 g/L
pH 3.45
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Harvest Dates mid February to beginning March 2017
Vine Age 12 years
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Tank, Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Aging 10 months
Oak Details 33% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak33%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details The grapes were hand-picked from mid February to beginning March 2017. After whole cluster pressing, only the free-run juice was used. 15% was fermented and matured in concrete tanks. The remainder of the juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks and 300 litre French oak barrels. Matured in 300 litre French oak barrels for 10 months, of which one-third was new barrels. The wine has an ageing potential of 4+ years from vintage.
Tasting Notes
peach blossom, lemon, gooseberry, mango, nougat, toasted macadamia nuts
Food Pairing grilled shrimp, avocado, citrus vinaigrette, fresh garden salad leaves
2016 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.33
Total Acidity 6.3 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Grapes Picked February 2016
Vine Age 11 years
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Tank, Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Aging 10 months
Oak Details 33.33% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak33.33%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details The grapes were hand-picked from beginning to end February 2016 with an average yield of 8 ton per hectare. After whole cluster pressing only the free-run juice was used. 15% was fermented and matured in concrete tanks. The remainder of the juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks and 300 litre French oak barrels. Matured in 300 litre French oak barrels for 10 months, of which one-third was new barrels. The wine has an ageing potential of 5+ years from vintage.
Tasting Notes
flint, mineral, lemon blossom, grapefruit, lemongrass, macadamia nut
Food Pairing seared scallops
2015 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 3.4 g/L
pH 3.31
Total Acidity 7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Harvest Dates February 2015
Vine Age 10 years
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Tank, Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details After whole cluster pressing only the free-run juice was used. 20% was fermented and matured in concrete tanks. The remainder of the juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks and 300 litre French oak barrels. Thereafter the wine was matured in 300 litre French oak barrels for 11 months, of which one-third was new barrels. The wine has an ageing potential of at least 5 years from vintage.
Tasting Notes
crisp, lemon, grapefruit, creamy nougat, macadamia nut
Food Pairing Norwegian Salmon, Tonka Bean Velouté, Almond Gremolata
2014 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 4.1 g/L
pH 3.27
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window 5+ years from vintage
Region Franschhoek
Harvest Dates February to March 2014
Vine Age 9 years
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Tank, Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Aging 11 months
Oak Details 33% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak33%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details After whole cluster pressing only the free-run juice was used. 20% was fermented and matured in concrete tanks. The remainder of the juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks and 300 litre French oak barrels and thereafter matured in 300 litre French oak barrels for 11 months, of which one-third was new barrels.
Tasting Notes
lemon, grapefruit, toasted macadamia nuts
Food Pairing calamari, prawns in a smoked tomato ragout
2012 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 2.6 g/L
pH 3.29
Total Acidity 6.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window 6+ years from vintage
Region Franschhoek
Vine Age 6 to 16 years
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Tank, Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Oak Aging 11 months
Oak Details 33% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak33%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details The grapes were hand-picked from end January to beginning March 2012 with an average yield of 7 ton per hectare. After whole cluster pressing only the free-run juice was used. 20% was fermented and matured in concrete tanks. The remainder of the juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks and thereafter matured in 300 litre French oak barrels for 11 months of which one-third was new barrels.
Tasting Notes
citrus blossom aromas, macadamia nougat, baguette crust, creamy roundness, lemon zest finish
Food Pairing seared sesame crusted tuna, melon and prawn salad
2011 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 3 g/L
pH 3.22
Total Acidity 7.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Franschhoek
Grapes Picked end January to mid March 2011
Vine Age 6 to 16 years
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Tank, Stainless Steel, French Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 11 months
Production Details After whole cluster pressing only the free-run juice was used. 20% was fermented and matured in concrete tanks. The remainder of the juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks and thereafter matured in French oak barrels for 11 months of which one-third was new barrels.
Tasting Notes
fresh, flinty aromas, lemon blossom, pear, lingering mineral notes
Food Pairing grilled fish, fresh oysters
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2024 / 750ml | ≈ $37.66Original CHF 31.20 | vinello.ch ↗ |
Producer Information
Address
Klapmuts – Simondium Road, Simondium, 7670, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 874 1648
Cellarmaster
André Roux & Kayla Oertle-Morse