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Year after year, this Chardonnay has always held a special place in my heart. ... Year after year, this Chardonnay has always held a special place in my heart. The 2022 Lesca Chardonnay is no different. It delights and seduces with a bright, citrus-driven nose with notes of lemon oil, a hint of oak spices and a kiss of nuttiness.... more

This pretty Chardonnay offers some elegant citrus characteristics and steely b... This pretty Chardonnay offers some elegant citrus characteristics and steely backbone and nice mineral undertones, giving a lingering finish. Well balanced and even appealing to those that sometimes steer clear of Chardonnay. more

The Estate Reserve Chardonnay displays a wonderful bright crisp colour, with v... The Estate Reserve Chardonnay displays a wonderful bright crisp colour, with vibrant citrus, lime zest and hints of butterscotch on the nose. The palate is lush and the creamy texture is underpinned with beautiful mineral notes of toasted almond and... more

On the nose, this wine shows great citrus aspects and winter melon notes with ... On the nose, this wine shows great citrus aspects and winter melon notes with some light toasted brioche in the background. Tangerine fruit and citrus blossom fragrances are apparent, with hints of vanilla pod and almond flakes. These characteristics... more

The 2018 Capensis Western Cape Chardonnay is a culmination of five remarkable ... The 2018 Capensis Western Cape Chardonnay is a culmination of five remarkable vineyards – a balanced, layered, and complex expression of the region. Crafted to age gracefully and gain complexity over time, pure citrus and rich minerality drive a... more

Some may find this a little too austere for their taste, and it is a bone dry,... Some may find this a little too austere for their taste, and it is a bone dry, Brut Zero style made with Pinot Noir from Stellenbosch and 23% Chardonnay from Robertson. Racy, pithy and taut, it will age well for at least another five years. 2019-26. more

This full bodied, rich Chardonnay offers a powerful citrus and steely backbone... This full bodied, rich Chardonnay offers a powerful citrus and steely backbone. Classic toasty and butterscotch-like characteristics merge with mineral undertones. A good balance of oak is followed with abundant fruit. more

The wine displays a brilliant pale straw color. Aromas of yellow lemon skin an... The wine displays a brilliant pale straw color. Aromas of yellow lemon skin and lime blossom interplay with lightly toasted brioche characters, subtle cinnamon and vanilla. The entry on the palate is vibrant with fresh sweet lime, roasted lemon,... more

Ultra Brut is the quintessence of the Graham Beck style. With a viridescent hu... Ultra Brut is the quintessence of the Graham Beck style. With a viridescent hue, this Cap Classique opens up with a lively bouquet of lemon zest and brioche notes. The rich, complex palate is perfectly balanced by fresh acidity and an exceptionally... more

A careful selection of the best of the vintage that exemplifies the extraordin... A careful selection of the best of the vintage that exemplifies the extraordinary terroir of Lismore. This Reserve Chardonnay shows intense citrus, stone fruit, jasmine and walnut layered with honey and vanilla carried by a distinct minerality and... more

This Chardonnay has a delicately floral nose with hints of nutmeg and cloves. ... This Chardonnay has a delicately floral nose with hints of nutmeg and cloves. The palate has a racy acidity with notes of limes and lemon merangue pie, some saline minerality and well integrated oak character. The finish is long with a beautiful... more

This is both a fuller bodied and more exotic vintage, showing white peach, pap... This is both a fuller bodied and more exotic vintage, showing white peach, papaya, jasmine and notable lemongrass on the nose. A palate of butterscotch and lemon curd is tart yet mouth-coating and cut by a stony, saline spine that keeps the wine taut... more

Exceptionally pleasing on the eye as well as the palate, Boschendal Brut Rose ... Exceptionally pleasing on the eye as well as the palate, Boschendal Brut Rose sparkles with versatility, making it ideal for enjoying on its own or in a bubbly and al fresco environment along with seafood, summer salads and chicken dishes. A little... more

Tight, sophisticated bubbles that deliver bursts of sunshine, twinkles, and fr... Tight, sophisticated bubbles that deliver bursts of sunshine, twinkles, and freshness. White rose petals and crisp apple-cherry pie with a little frosting on top. Blend: 67% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Noir more

Pale yellow in color. Spice and vanilla on the nose with faint backgrounds of ... Pale yellow in color. Spice and vanilla on the nose with faint backgrounds of straw. Full-bodied with mild well-balanced acidity. Nuances of lime and grapefruit on the palate with buttery notes. A round and long finish. Pairs well with cream sauces,... more

The limestone and clay componentes in the soil helps the vines to develop stro... The limestone and clay componentes in the soil helps the vines to develop strong citrus flavors with a pronounced nuttiness on the mid-palate, which leads through to a clean finish with zesty citrus notes. The wine matures beautifuly, the years adding... more

Elegant with layered nuances of vanilla, peaches and honeycomb. A hint of mine... Elegant with layered nuances of vanilla, peaches and honeycomb. A hint of minerality adds to lingering finish. Apricots, apple pie, charred hazelnuts, burnt lemons and chamomile on the nose. Full-bodied with bright acidity and a smoky, matchstick note.... more

Soils rich in limestone and broken mountain rock on De Wetshof’s site-specif... Soils rich in limestone and broken mountain rock on De Wetshof’s site-specific vineyards allow this wine to emit optimum varietal expression. An unwooded wine, Bon Vallon has a brisk and clean freshness leading into a wide spectrum of classic flavors... more

Very attractive notes of lemon rind, freshly cut Golden Delicious apples and m... Very attractive notes of lemon rind, freshly cut Golden Delicious apples and melba toast invite the senses, which are further awakened by a superb minerality, racy acidity and broad brioche-like mid-palate. The wine would pair well with lighter style... more

Very bright pale-yellow colour with green, vivacious hue. Complex, appealing n... Very bright pale-yellow colour with green, vivacious hue. Complex, appealing nose of apricot, peach, pear, lemon zest and floral notes with hints of toasted almonds. On the palate the wine is well structured and linear but retains generous focused... more