Technical Specifications

Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge
Soil Stony, Clay-rich bokkeveld shale soil
Elevation 330.0 meters
Vineyard Yield 39 hL/ha
Harvest Dates 14 & 19 February 2024
Grape Clone 80% CY95, 20% CY96
Vine Age planted 2009
Oak Aging 11 months
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 228 litre
Bottling Date 19 February 2025
Production Details Ridge Chardonnay hails from a cool, eastern slope on the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge. Maiden vintage 2019. Maturation: 228 litre, tight grain, French oak, 11 months - 25% 2024, 27% 2023, 22% 2022, 6% 2021, 20% clay amphora. Release date April 2025. 542 cases (12) produced.
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Producer Information

Address
PO Box 431, Hermanus, 7200, Western Cape, South Africa
Owner
Hannes and Nathalia Storm
Cellarmaster
Hannes Storm

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