Vriesenhof Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2023
R250,00
Fresh, vibrant yellow gold in appearance, suggesting energy and richness.
Aromas of citrus blossom, heady summer flowers and subtle wood spice are offset by biscuit-like savoury notes.
The palate wraps flavours of creamy lees, citrus acidity and barrel maturation notes into enticing layers of complexity. Succulent stone fruit flavours linger on a well-balanced, persistent finish.
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Specifications
In the cellar
The grapes are pressed whole bunch without destemming. The juice is allowed to settle overnight before inoculation. When fermentation is active, after about two days, the wine is racked to barrels to complete alcoholic fermentation. Full malolactic fermentation in oak. Aged in French oak, 25% new French oak and the rest a combination of 2nd and 3rd fill French oak for 10 months.
Cultivar
100% Chardonnay
Food Pairing
Salmon, creamy dishes, pasta
About the Wine Estate
Situated on the foothills of Stellenbosch Mountain, Vriesenhof is recognized as one of the great terroirs of South Africa. Ancient river terraces and commanding mountain vistas provide the backdrop to our vines and beautiful hillside cellar. Vriesenhof Chardonnay is made using our unique clonal selections, refined over many years, and reflects a classical approach in age-old winemaking traditions.
