Accolades
“A blend of the four single Chardonnay vineyards on the estate including large portions of Kloof, Kraal, F4 and Fynbos, from vines planted in 2003 and 2009. On the nose, the aromatics are seductively picante and spicy, dusty, and mineral, laden with top notes of crushed gravel, subtle struck flint reduction, lemon cordial, grated limes, and subtle white pear pastille nuances. The palate shows a deliciously tangy acidity over a subtle savoury, leesy, phenolic lemon peel pithiness. This is a very grown up, mineral driven Chardonnay that trades on a nutty, stony, pithy citrus intensity rather than overt fruit and oak spice notes. Tense, lean and linear in frame, this is a very sophisticated offering that Old World Burgundian Chardonnay lovers will savour. Drink on release an over 4 to 5+ years.”
GREG SHERWOOD MW [ 94/100 ]
TIM ATKIN MW 2023 SOUTH AFRICA SPECIAL REPORT [ 93/100 ]
“It’s pale dawn-yellow in colour, with taut yet close-knit aromas that suggest plant sap, peeled vegetable and spring leaf as much as green fruits. The 11 months’ oak provide an aromatic backdrop without obscuring vineyard character. On the palate, the wine is lean, shapely, intense: a cool waterfall of Chardonnay fruits which sweep seamlessly over the tongue, leaving it looking for more. Drinkability, refreshment and a unique regional style come together memorably here.”
DECANTER WORLD WIDE AWARDS — BEST IN SHOW [ 97/100 ]
“Blend of 4 parcels, 3 north-facing (including Kloof and Fynbos), one south. Less new oak, 20%, 11 months, well melded into intense orange blossom, starfruit and lime flavours. Touch more breadth than single-site siblings, still shows farm’s fruit quality and balance. Bunch pressed, naturally fermented, no bâtonnage, part malo.”
PLATTER’S WINE GUIDE [ 4½ stars – 92/100 ]
“Inviting aromas of lemon peel, pink grapefruit, white peaches and white tea. Medium-bodied with silky texture and bright acidity. Subtle and restrained with fresh fruit and gentle tannins structure. Drink now.”
JAMESSUCKLING.COM [ 92/100 ]
“Cool and fresh and with a light floral note. Good composition. Lots of flavour and no oak or sweetness!”
JANCIS ROBINSON MW [ 16.5+/20 ]
“Sparky, light citrus fruit with gummy, full texture. Subtle, restrained green-apple fruit and juicy, tangy acidity. Lovely buttery note giving subtle complexity on the finish.”
RICHARD HEMMING MW [ 17+/20 ]
Platter’s Wine of the Year: Chardonnay
