Description
The 2024 Chardonnay shows bright citrus and ripe pear layered with a subtle note of roasted almonds from well-judged oak. The palate is dry yet silky, balancing lime and white pear with a smooth, generous texture that carries through to a long finish.
It pairs beautifully with lemon roasted chicken, seared salmon, or a creamy mushroom pasta.
It pairs beautifully with lemon roasted chicken, seared salmon, or a creamy mushroom pasta.
The Chardonnay grapes were harvested at 22.5 - 23,5º Brix and whole bunch pressed. After pressing, the juice was settled and racked to first, second and third fill 300L barrels, where it fermented and matured for 10 months on the gross lees with occasional lees stirring to add mid-palate weight and texture. 25% new French oak barrels with a 10% concrete Egg portion.
Winemaker : Hagen Viljoen
Winemaker : Hagen Viljoen
Situated on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, Zevenwacht Wine Estate has viticultural roots which penetrate deep into the historic past of South Africa. The wines of Zevenwacht are distinguished by their classic style and finely crafted elegance.
* Prior vintage described.
