TASTING NOTES
Silver - International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2005
International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval
Colour: A rich pale gold with a brilliant green glow.
Nose: Appealing fresh citrus aromas with layers of peaches, sweet melon, ripe oranges, vanilla butter and flinty mineral nuances.
Palate: Crisp yet creamy dry entry exploding into fresh citrus, ripe yellow apple and tropical fruit flavours with well integrated vanilla oak notes. The complexity of flavours and long finish of this wine is indicative of its quality.
Overall: A dry, medium bodied Chardonnay with graceful integration of ripe fruit and discreet oak treatment
IN THE VINEYARD
Grapes are selected from defined areas of the Cape for terroir specificity and varietal style. Blending across vineyard sites is crucial in producing this style of Chardonnay.
THE HARVEST
Grapes are harvested at full ripeness.
IN THE CELLAR
Each vineyard’s grapes are fermented separately at 14 to 16°C on full toasted French oak staves. The wine is racked and removed from the wood straight after fermentation, which allows for subtle wood flavours. It is left on the fine lees until bottling, to ensure vibrant freshness.
BLEND INFORMATION
100% Chardonnay
FOOD SUGGESTIONS
Full flavoured line fish with herbed or creamy sauces, pan fried veal picatta, and creamy
ACCOLADES
Silver - International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2005
International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval
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