Paul Clüver Family Wines

Estate Chardonnay

Name: Estate Pinot Noir
Brand: Paul Clüver Family Wines
Price: 360 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Rating: Tim Atkin 93 (1 reviews)

Chardonnay from Elgin, South Africa

TWS '22

Silver

TWS '22

Bottle size:

750 ml

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On the nose this wine shows great citrus aspects and winter melon notes with some light toasted brioche in the back ground. Tangerine fruit and citrus blossom fragrances are apparent, with hints of vanilla pod and almond flakes. These characteristics follow through onto the palate. The fine, fresh acidity is natural, and adds poise and focus to the wine.

Citrus

Winter Melon

Brioche

Almond

This wine was made from a 100% non-inoculated fermentation in a selection of French oak barrels. (33% new, the rest 2nd; 3rd and 4th fill.) Lees stirring was done and the wine remained on the lees for a total of nine months. Only 38% of the wine went through malolactic fermentation, all without inoculation, further ensuring freshness and acidity. After tasting and blending trials, the wine was assembled, stabilised and prepared for bottling.

Currently there are 13.7 hectares planted to Chardonnay on the estate, which equates to 18.2% of the total plantings. Clones include 76, 95 175, 270, 548 and 1066. The first vines were planted in 1987 and the youngest blocks in 2016. Vines range in age from 2 to 31 years. The soil is predominantly decomposed Bokkeveld Shale with underlying clay layers of varying depths. Vines are planted on East, South east facing and South- South West facing slopes. The vineyard height above sea level ranges from 280 to 350 meters.

Paul Clüver Family Wines

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.

Description

Citrus

Winter Melon

Brioche

Almond

Food Pairing

Fish, poultry, pork and game bird dishes work well with this wine. It works particularly well with creamy pastas and salmon dishes. The good acidity and balance between wood and fruit keeps the wine from being overly rich and consequently great without food too. Mussel soup is a perfect match.

Poultry

Game Birds

Pork

Salmon