Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.6%
Residual Sugar 2.8 g/L
pH 3.48
Total Acidity 6.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Sandy, Limestone, Decomposed granite
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Stainless Steel
Lees Aging 4 months
Oak Types Allier, Nevers
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details The grapes were harvested by hand at 23.5 degrees Celsius balling and received no skin contact after crushing. Each vineyard was individually vinified. Thirty percent of the blend was barrel fermented in a combination of Allier and Nevers small oak, with the balance (70%) fermented in stainless steel tanks at 15 degrees Celsius to 16 degrees Celsius. After four months of lees contact, the wine was filtered lightly and the blend assembled. The 2020 vintage is considered as a highlight of the decade. With sufficient water, moderate temperatures and healthy, but balanced vigour, it was a vintage that delivered grapes with high natural acidity and concentrated flavours. The vintage was also characterised with very strong winds, however, vineyards on the Simonsberg slopes did not suffer any damage and benefitted from cooling of the bunch zones.
Tasting Notes
Nose: citrus blossoms, melon, white peach, minerality
Palate: citrus fruit, oak
Food Pairing grilled fish, shellfish, oysters
Individual Vintages
Producer Information
Website
Address
Klapmuts Road R44, Stellenbosch, 7599, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 875 5478
Email
Owner
Advini Group
Cellarmaster
William Wilkinson