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(MARKETING) Tokara Stellenbosch

Chardonnay, 2026

750ml
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$31
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Varietal Composition: Chardonnay (100%)
RS: 2.3 g/l
Cellaring Potential: 0 - 5 years
ABV: 13.50%

Description

This popular Chardonnay displays a brilliant pale straw color, while aromas of fresh pineapple and apricot spring from the glass. Lightly toasted brioche characters, testament to the barrel aging on the lees, compliment the nose. The entry on the palate is vibrant with fresh sweet lime, grapefruit and subtle ginger spice notes. The palate has a smooth texture with a refreshing finish.

The perfect companion for grilled chicken, buttery fish and soft cheeses like brie, camembert or goats cheese.
The grapes were de-stemmed, crushed and pressed to stainless steel tanks for overnight settling, after which the juice was racked and run to barrel with some lees added back.

100% of the wine fermented in 228L French oak barrels 7% being new barrels. The wine spent an average of 8 months in barrel aging on the gross lees with regular lees stirring. 30% of the wine completed malolactic fermentation during barrel aging.

The wine was bottled in October 2019 after stabilization and filtration. 96300 bottles were produced. 

Winemaker: Stuart Botha
The Tokara farm was purchased in 1994 by GT Ferreira for residential purposes, but it wasn’t long before the great potential for planting vineyards was recognized and explored. Classic varietals were planted on the 400m above sea-level slopes. The cool air and low temperatures contribute to the excellent quality of Tokara Wines.

Tokara is a picture perfect destination which offers visitors a unique combination of award-winning wines, brandy and olive oils, a gallery of fine art, a restaurant featuring one of South Africa’s leading chefs as well as a delicatessen. The winery, on the R310 outside Stellenbosch, is nestled among vineyards and olive groves on the crest of the Helshoogte Pass with sweeping views across False Bay and all the way to Table Mountain.

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Pineapple

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Grapefruit

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Brioche

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Apricots

In the cellar

About the Winery

Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Stellenbosch, with its rich winemaking heritage dating back to the 17th century, is one of South Africa’s most prestigious wine regions. The mountainous terrain and favorable rainfall create ideal conditions for growing nearly all noble grape varieties. Renowned for its high-quality blended reds, Stellenbosch also excels in crafting premium whites that showcase the region’s diversity. This iconic wine region combines centuries of tradition with modern winemaking techniques, producing wines that are celebrated around the world.