Chardonnay Vrede, Storm, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley WO
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Acidity:
6.5
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Article:
1056624
Color:
The wine is straw-golden in color.
Taste:
An elegant, complex palate with notes of peach, lemon zest, and nuts. A long, mineral finish.
Aroma:
Rich aromas of melon, baked apple and pear, with hints of hazelnut and bread crust.
Gastronomy:
The wine goes well with seafood, fish and white meat dishes, vegetables, and cheeses.
Interesting Facts
The grapes for Vrede Chardonnay ("peaceful Chardonnay") are grown on a northeast-facing slope in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley, with rocky, clay-rich shale soil. Extreme southerly winds in September contributed to low yields at the Vrede vineyard—just 22.5 hl/ha. The harvest took place earlier than usual, resulting in a wine with a lower alcohol content than usual, with excellent fruitiness, depth, and balance. The wine was aged in 228-liter barriques for 11 months.
