Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.05%
Residual Sugar 1.9 g/L
pH 3.53
Total Acidity 6.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window 5-6 years from vintage
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Shale and decomposed granite
Vine Age 11-16 years
Fermentation Vessels French Oak Barrels, Ceramic Pots
Pressing Method Whole Bunch Pressed
Oak Aging 12 months
Oak Details 20% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak20%
Oak Types French Oak
Barrel Size 225L
Sulfites 126.0 ppm
Production Volume 1,408 bottles
Bottles1,408
Production Details Handpicked harvest. 48-hour settling period. 12 months on fine lees prior to bottling in French oak (20% new barrels, remainder aged). Ageing potential: 5-6 years.
Tasting Notes
Nose: tart green apple, luscious peaches, citrus fruits, mineral essence
Palate: opulent, refined, balanced, gentle acidity, refreshing
Food Pairing
Critics Ratings Platter's Wine Guide 2025: 4.5 stars (93 points)
Platter's Wine Guide 20254.5 stars (93 points)
Tim Atkin MW S.A. Report 202494 points
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Simonsberg Region, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
Email
Owner
Abrie Beeslaar
Cellarmaster
Abrie Beeslaar