Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.23%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.53
Total Acidity 5.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Weathered granite, Sandstone
Elevation 100.0 meters
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, French Oak Barrel
Natural Yeast Yes
Lees Aging 7 months
Production Details The vines are selected from premium sites in Stellenbosch at elevations ranging between 100 to 300 meters above sea level. Close proximity to the ocean provides a beneficial cooling effect. Weathered granite and sandstone soils contribute minerality and freshness. A cold, wet winter preceding the 2021 growing season resulted in delayed budburst and a similarly delayed harvest. Flavour development peaked early resulting in full-flavoured, ripe styled Chardonnays with healthy levels of natural acidity this year. Each vineyard parcel was fermented separately, using a combination of natural yeast and careful inoculation. Of the grapes, 25% were left as whole bunch and 75% were lightly crushed and the juice was allowed to settle overnight. The wine was aged on its lees in a combination of stainless steel and French oak barrels. Malolactic fermentation commenced naturally in the barrel components but was blocked for those in stainless steel. After 7 months the final wine was before being stabilized, lightly filtered, and bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: stone fruit, nectarine, peach, citrus, creamy oak
Palate: bright acidity, limey freshness, rich texture, chalky, mineral length
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Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa