2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.7%
Residual Sugar 4.7 g/L
pH 3.27
Total Acidity 6.3 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Oakleaf profile, Mainly decomposed granite
Elevation 400.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age planted 2014
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Lees Aging 9 months
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500L, 225L
Production Details Hand-picked and whole bunch pressed. Fermented in French oak barrels, a combination of 500 L and 225 L – 15% new wood. Wine left on its lees for nine months before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
light vibrant golden colour, citrus, stone fruit, subtle oak spice, creamy notes, fresh acidity
Food Pairing meaty fish on the grill, subtly flavored, simply seasoned poultry, pork dishes
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin SA Wine Report 2024: 91 pts
Tim Atkin SA Wine Report 202491 pts
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2.2 g/L
pH 3.26
Total Acidity 6.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window now, or within 4-5 years from vintage
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Oakleaf soil profile, Mainly decomposed granite
Elevation 400.0 meters
Vine Age planted 2014
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Lees Aging 9 months
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500l, 225l
Production Details Hand-picked and whole bunch pressed. Fermented in French Oak barrels, a combination of 500l and 225l - 15% new wood. Wine left on its lees for nine months, before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: citrus, stone fruit, subtle oak spice
Palate: creamy notes from the oak, elegant fruit, fresh acidity
Food Pairing local yellowtail on the grill, Dijon-Tarragon creamy chicken dish
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Residual Sugar 2.1 g/L
pH 3.37
Total Acidity 5.74 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Oakleaf profile, Mainly decomposed granite
Elevation 400.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2014
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Lees Aging 9 months
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500 L and 225 L
Production Details Hand-picked and whole bunch pressed. Fermented in French oak barrels, a combination of 500 L and 225 L – 15% new wood. Wine left on its lees for nine months before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
light vibrant golden colour, citrus, stone fruit, subtle oak spice, creamy notes, fresh acidity
Food Pairing local yellowtail on the grill, Dijon-Tarragon creamy chicken dish
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin SA Wine Report 2023: 91 pts
Tim Atkin SA Wine Report 202391 pts
2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 3.1 g/L
pH 3.21
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window Drink now, or within 4-5 years from vintage.
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Oakleaf soil profile, Decomposed granite
Elevation 400.0 meters
Vine Age planted 2014
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Lees Aging 9 months
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500L, 225L
Production Details Hand-picked and whole bunch pressed. Fermented in French Oak barrels, a combination of 500l and 225l - 15% new wood. Wine left on its lees for nine months, before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
golden colour, citrus, stone fruit, oak spice, creamy notes, fresh acidity
Food Pairing local yellowtail on the grill, Dijon-Tarragon creamy chicken dish
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin SA 2020 Report: 93
Tim Atkin SA 2020 Report93
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2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 3.2 g/L
pH 3.34
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window now, or within 4-5 years from vintage
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Oakleaf pro soil prole, Mainly decomposed granite
Elevation 400.0 meters
Vine Age planted 2014
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Lees Aging 9 months
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500L, 225L
Production Details Hand-picked and whole bunch pressed. Fermented in French Oak barrels, a combination of 500l and 225l - 15% new wood. Wine left on its lees for nine months, before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: crisp apples, citrus, stone fruit, quince, subtle nuances of oak
Palate: well-structured, elegant, well-balanced, mineral touch
Food Pairing local yellowtail on the grill, Dijon-Tarragon creamy chicken dish
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin SA 2020 Report: 93pts
Tim Atkin SA 2020 Report93pts
Producer Information
Website
Address
Knorhoek Road (off the R44), Stellenbosch 7600, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 888 4600
Email
Owner
Nora and Victor Sperling
Cellarmaster
Roelof Lotriet