Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.09%
Residual Sugar 2.58 g/L
pH 3.5
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Paarl
Soil Granite
Elevation 300.0 meters
Orientation Southeastern
Vine Age 10 years
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Lees Aging 11 months
Oak Details 40% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak40%
Second Fill Oak30%
Third Fill Oak30%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300-litre
Closure Screwcap
Production Details The grapes were harvested by hand at 23.5° to 24.5° Balling. The grapes were divided into four different parts and each crushed, clarified and fermented separately in 300-litre French oak barrels. A combination of first-fill (40%), second-fill (30%) and third & fourth fill (30%) barrels were used and the wine remained on the lees for 11 months. The barrels were rolled or stirred regularly to suspend the lees in order to gain complexity, better integrated oak flavours and to add to the mouth-feel of the wine. Partial malolactic fermentation contributed to the wine's complexity, softened the acidity and contributed to the sweet, rich and full finish.
Tasting Notes
Nose: fresh tropical aromas, grilled pineapple
Palate: zesty, buttery biscuit
Individual Vintages
Producer Information
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