Summercourt Chardonnay

Pork, Rich fish (salmon, tuna, etc), Vegetarian, Poultry

From the Summercourt vineyards of the Banghoek Valley. The grapes were handpicked in the early hours of the morning. Characterised by typical dry conditions and moderate temperatures, favourable conditions continued throughout the season. Yet despite smaller berries and lighter crop stemming from the windy conditions grapes showed good acidity and balanced sugar delivering well concentrated and structured wines.

The wine then spent 10 months in the older barrels on primary lees.

The grapes were whole bunch pressed and placed in stainless steel tanks to initiate the fermentation process until 50 percent complete. Juice was then moved to 3rd and 4th fill French oak barrels where fermentation was completed.

Delaire Graff is a Stellenbosch wine estate on the Helshoogte Pass, where mountain slopes and cooling maritime influence shape the vineyards. Known for Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, red blends, rosé and MCC, the estate produces polished South African wines with fruit intensity, freshness and structure.