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Estate De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay

Description:

Estate De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay is a sophisticated South African white wine that exemplifies the elegance and minerality of the cooler Walker Bay region. Crafted to balance vibrant fruit with nuanced oak maturation, this Chardonnay is refined yet approachable, perfect for enjoying on its own or paired with seafood, poultry, and creamy dishes.

Tasting Notes:

  • Appearance: Pale gold with brilliant clarity.

  • Aroma: Fresh and expressive, revealing aromas of citrus, ripe pear, green apple, and subtle stone fruit, with delicate hints of vanilla, toasted oak, and flinty minerality.

  • Palate: Medium-bodied and lively, showcasing flavors of juicy orchard fruit, melon, and zesty lemon, underpinned by a crisp, steely minerality. Creamy oak integration adds depth while bright acidity keeps the wine fresh and precise, finishing long and elegant.

Sweetness Level: Dry
Alcohol: Typically around 13% ABV

Origin:

Estate De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay is grown in Walker Bay, South Africa, a cool coastal region renowned for its limestone-rich soils. The combination of maritime influence, moderate temperatures, and mineral soils produces Chardonnays with bright fruit character, fresh acidity, and refined structure, highlighting the vineyard’s unique terroir.

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