Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.4
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Oakleaf and tukulu
Elevation 400.0 meters
Orientation North To North East
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age planted 1990
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 11 months
Barrel Size 225L oak barrels
Oak Toast Level Very Light
Production Details From Chardonnay vines planted in 1990 on the estate's highest slopes. Grapes were settled for 2 days before transfer to 225L oak barrels with up to 50% new oak, very light blond toast, and extra-tight grain. A portion underwent spontaneous malolactic fermentation before about 11 months in barrel, then racking, blending, and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: ripe yellow citrus, roasted cashews
Palate: creamy, lingering, expansive fruit
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Helshoogte Pass, Banhoek Valley, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 885 1013
Email
Owner
Rose and Michael Jordaan
Cellarmaster
Ronell Wiid