100% Chardonnay

Wine of Origin: Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Winemaker: Gordon Newton Johnson

This Chardonnay from Newton Johnson originates from the estate's best single vineyard site, demonstrating the clarity and energy characteristic of the Granite soils within a cool, maritime climate. Emphasizing authenticity, the winemaking process follows a natural approach, with no added SO2 until bottling, and no use of yeast, enzymes, or bentonite. Only the highest quality juice fraction, obtained from whole bunch pressing, is utilized. The vineyard, now approaching 15 years of age, contributes to the wine's depth and complexity. The 2022 vintage, marked by generous ripening conditions, further enhances the wine's character and potential.

Tasting Notes: Elaborate citrus fruit layers of yuzu and lime, juxtaposed with white flowers, baking spice, crushed stones and gunflint. The plush and compact texture is prolonged with vitality in the tapered finish.

Ready for drinking in 3 to 8 years.

Bottle Size: 750ml
Case Size: 6 x 750ml
Total Cases Produced: 125
Quantity of Cases for Auction: 50

Alc: 13.6 vol%
RS: 2.0 g/l
TA: 6.6 g/l
pH: 3.37

This wine is packed in a wooden box.