Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2.1 g/L
pH 3.45
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Robertson
Grapes Picked February 21, 2024
Brix at Harvest 24.0°
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 9 months
Bottle Aging 6 months
Oak Details 44% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak44%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 228 litre barrels
Bottling Date February 10, 2025
Sulfites 108.0 ppm
Production Details This exceptional wine is dedicated to Sebastian Smuts, husband of Lucerne founder and farmer, Kay. 100% Chardonnay harvested in small crates by hand, early morning. Kept in the cold room overnight before being processed and pressed immediately. Fermented in tanks before maturing further in 228 litre barrels.
Tasting Notes
Nose: citrus
Palate: soft caramel fudge
Food Pairing gourmet canape, celebratory dishes
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Doornbosch Farm, Gelukshoop Road, Bonnievale, 6730, South Africa
Phone
+27 82 576 8093
Email
Owner
Smuts Family (Grant Smuts, 4th generation)