2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 1.7 g/L
pH 3.61
Total Acidity 5.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Quartzitic soils derived from table mountain sandstone
Elevation 425.0 meters
Orientation Gentle Northerly Aspect
Harvest Dates Mid-March 2018; hand harvested
Fermentation Vessels Seasoned 228-litre barrels for primary fermentation; bottle for secondary fermentation
Pressing Method Whole-Bunch Pressed After Overnight Cold-Room Storage; Only First Free-Run Juice Taken, At 500 Litres Per Tonne
Barrel Size 228
Closure Cork After Disgorgement In September 2025
Tasting Notes Light golden with a green edge; exceptionally fine, persistent mousse; freshly baked gingerbread, lemon meringue and subtle flint aromas; barley syrup, green apple, preserved lemon and lightly toasted almond flavors; crystalline acidity and a focused saline finish
Food Pairing Serve alone as an aperitif or for celebratory occasions