Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Residual Sugar 2.1 g/L
pH 3.37
Total Acidity 5.74 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Oakleaf profile, Mainly decomposed granite
Elevation 400.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2014
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Lees Aging 9 months
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500 L and 225 L
Production Details Hand-picked and whole bunch pressed. Fermented in French oak barrels, a combination of 500 L and 225 L – 15% new wood. Wine left on its lees for nine months before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
light vibrant golden colour, citrus, stone fruit, subtle oak spice, creamy notes, fresh acidity
Food Pairing local yellowtail on the grill, Dijon-Tarragon creamy chicken dish
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin SA Wine Report 2023: 91 pts
Tim Atkin SA Wine Report 202391 pts
Platter's Guide4.5 Stars
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Knorhoek Road (off the R44), Stellenbosch 7600, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 888 4600
Email
Owner
Nora and Victor Sperling
Cellarmaster
Roelof Lotriet