Description
The Tokara Limited Release Chardonnay 2023 is a striking expression of one of Stellenbosch's finest Chardonnay sites. Produced from a single high-altitude vineyard on the Simonsberg slopes, this limited release combines precision, elegance, and remarkable depth, reflecting both the exceptional terroir and Tokara's meticulous approach to Chardonnay.
The nose is beautifully layered with aromas of white peach, lemon curd, grapefruit zest, and citrus blossom, complemented by delicate notes of toasted hazelnut, vanilla, flint, and subtle spice. The palate is rich and concentrated without ever feeling heavy, revealing vibrant citrus and stone fruit framed by finely integrated French oak. A bright line of acidity and distinctive mineral character carry the wine through to a long, poised finish, promising graceful evolution in bottle.
Already captivating in its youth, the 2023 vintage has the structure and balance to reward careful cellaring for many years.
A superb companion to lobster, scallops, roast chicken, creamy mushroom dishes, or grilled seafood with beurre blanc.
The nose is beautifully layered with aromas of white peach, lemon curd, grapefruit zest, and citrus blossom, complemented by delicate notes of toasted hazelnut, vanilla, flint, and subtle spice. The palate is rich and concentrated without ever feeling heavy, revealing vibrant citrus and stone fruit framed by finely integrated French oak. A bright line of acidity and distinctive mineral character carry the wine through to a long, poised finish, promising graceful evolution in bottle.
Already captivating in its youth, the 2023 vintage has the structure and balance to reward careful cellaring for many years.
A superb companion to lobster, scallops, roast chicken, creamy mushroom dishes, or grilled seafood with beurre blanc.
The fruit was sourced from a single vineyard planted on Oakleaf soils derived from decomposed granite at approximately 380 metres above sea level on the north-west-facing slopes of the Simonsberg.
The grapes were harvested by hand before being gently whole-bunch pressed. The juice underwent wild fermentation in 228-litre French oak barrels, followed by eight months of maturation on the lees, allowing the wine to develop texture and complexity while retaining its vibrant fruit and mineral purity.
Winemaker: Stuart Botha
The grapes were harvested by hand before being gently whole-bunch pressed. The juice underwent wild fermentation in 228-litre French oak barrels, followed by eight months of maturation on the lees, allowing the wine to develop texture and complexity while retaining its vibrant fruit and mineral purity.
Winemaker: Stuart Botha
Tokara Estate sits on the upper slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain outside Stellenbosch, where altitude, decomposed granite soils, and cooling ocean influences create ideal conditions for world-class Chardonnay. Combining meticulous vineyard management with minimal-intervention winemaking, Tokara has established itself as one of South Africa's leading producers of elegant, age-worthy wines.
