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Glenwood Franschhoek

'Vigneron's Selection' Chardonnay, 2024

750ml
Country of Origin: South Africa
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$46
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Varietal Composition: Chardonnay (100%)
RS: 3.7 g/l
Cellaring Potential: 1 - 4 years
ABV: 13.50%

Description

This wine has aromas of tropical fruit, citrus and vanilla. Creamy palate with distinct citrus notes and dried orange peel on the aftertaste that finishes with a fresh, crisp acidity. Drink now or aged further to 2028.
Grapes were picked at 24.2°B and whole-bunch pressed to 1.4 bars of pressure. The juice was left to settle for two days and racked to barrel. Using 100% wild yeast, fermentation occurred over an 9- day period. The wine spent 9 months on the lees in 30% new French oak and 70% second and third fill barrels.  

Winemaker: Natasha Pretorius and DP Burger
GlenWood is a family owned boutique winery located in an area of outstanding natural beauty very close to Franschhoek.
The winery has been developed over the last thirty three years to become a leading South African wine producer and all their wines are made from grapes produced on their land, thereby reflecting the unique terroir of their small valley. The wines are uniformly and consistently highly rated by wine judges and have received numerous awards and prestigious listings.

As part of their commitment to protecting the environment, they have dedicated ten hectares to the regeneration of indigenous Cape fynbos and use only environmentally-friendly farming practices. Their accreditation by WIETA attests to the seriousness with which they view the development of their people as a key ingredient of their success. On the wider front, they are heavily involved in a number of projects within the Franschhoek community, most notably “Bhabhathane”, whose objective is to transform education in the Franschhoek valley.

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Location

Franschhoek, South Africa

Franschhoek, South Africa

Franschhoek, known as South Africa's "French Corner," is celebrated for its stunning landscapes, rich winemaking heritage, and distinctive terroir. With soils of granite and sandstone, cool mountain breezes, and warm sunny days, the region produces exceptional Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Méthode Cap Classique (MCC) sparkling wines. Franschhoek wines are beloved for their refined complexity and rich cultural legacy, offering wine lovers an unparalleled experience. Shop Franschhoek wines now to experience a terroir like no other.