Seven Flags Chardonnay

This elegant Chardonnay pairs wonderfully with creamy seafood dishes, roasted poultry, and mild cheeses. Its vibrant acidity and complexity also complement grilled fish and citrus-based salads​.

The grapes for the Seven Flags Chardonnay come from the two oldest Chardonnay vineyards on the Clüver estate, which are also the oldest vineyards in the Elgin region, planted in 1987. The vineyards benefit from cool day and night temperatures, contributing to the wine's freshness and complexity. Harvesting occurred on the 5th and 8th of March​.

The wine was aged in French oak barrels, with 30% new oak, and the remainder being second- and third-fill barrels. Lees stirring was done lightly, and the wine was kept without the addition of sulfur during its maturation period​.

After whole-bunch pressing, the juice was settled naturally without any settling agents. Fermentation was 100% spontaneous (wild yeast) and took place in French oak barrels, with about 30% of the barrels being new. The wine underwent partial malolactic fermentation, which was kept to a minimum to preserve its acidity. Lees contact was also minimized, with the wine resting on its lees for nine months​.

Paul Cluver Wines is a family owned and family run winery focused on producing world class wines that reflect the uniqueness of the cool-climate Elgin terroir. The family is proud to have pioneered the Elgin appellation and for being a leader in sustainable farming.