Chardonnay

The  Boekenhoutskloof Cap Maritime Chardonnay  specifically hails from the  Hemel-en-Aarde  valley, one of the most thrilling regions for cultivating the  chardonnay  varietal in South Africa. The vines are planted in sandy and decomposed granite soils, enjoying a cool and moderate climate where mountain ranges channel oceanic breezes. There is a constant effort to preserve the land's unique biodiversity, eradicating exotic plants and weeds while implementing sustainable viticultural practices. The grapes are hand-harvested and transported to the winery in refrigerated trucks. There, the fruit is...

TEXSOM Awards 2025 (Dallas), Platinum Medal.  IWSC 2025, Gold Medal: 97 points. “Perfumed precision on the nose with enticing stone fruit, almond milk, and a touch of flint. On the palate, the creamy, buttery texture unfolds with notes of white peach, caramel, and a touch of nuttiness. This elegant experience culminates in a dense, mineral finish that lingers beautifully,' Judges Panel IWSC, 2025.   From the dramatic slopes of Delaire Graff Estate, this Chardonnay is as multifaceted as the setting of its vineyards.  Meticulous vineyard management, combined with exceptional terroir, yields fruit of superb...

THE WINE: An expression of what Hartenberg Estate is able to do with Chardonnay in a younger, modern and upfront wine style, fermented in stainless steel, sans wood. The Chardonnay fruit includes younger parcels of the grape which are wonderfully expressive and offer earlier accessibility. TASTING NOTE: Fresh and expressive, the wine opens with aromas of apple, pear, citrus, and floral notes. The palate is zesty yet generous, offering vibrant flavours of apple and pear, lifted by a zesty lime finish. Approachable, with plenty of character.

Jamie Goode 95 points. "This comes from Quarry and Oakleaf. Wonderful aromatics here with very fine toasty notes as well as powerful lime, pineapple and lemon. Malolactic is down to 10% and the Quarry component is new, and there’s some blonde toast on the barrels, so the style has changed quite a bit. The palate is energetic but rich with lemon and white peach as well as some spiciness. Nice intensity here with a mineral twist and keen acidity. Such poise and purpose with potential for development. 95/100" Tim Atkin 93 points. Tasting Notes Very bright pale-yellow colour with green, vivacious hue. Complex, appealing nose of...