Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 6.3 g/L
pH 3.3
Total Acidity 6.4 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Drinking Window 8+ years from vintage
Region Worcester
Soil Limestone-rich
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole-Bunch
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 12 months (365 days)
Oak Details 70% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak70%
Oak Types French Oak
Production Details Barrel fermented in 70% new French oak, 30% used French oak. 12 months barrel maturation with regular bâtonnage. Wine from each barrel individually tasted before blending.
Tasting Notes
Nose: spices, lemon cream, pear drop
Palate: vibrant fruit, crisp acidity
Food Pairing grilled salmon, kingklip, grilled chicken, veal, brie cheese, camembert cheese
Producer Information
Website
Address
Alfalfa Farm, Scherpenheuwel Road, Worcester, 6850, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 905 0653
Email
Owner
Alvi's Drift Family