Spier Chardonnay 2004

International Wine Challenge 2005 - Silver
International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval
The wine is intense greenish yellow in colour. Well-integrated, rich tropical fruit aromas and flavours are complemented by a hint of oak. A smooth, elegant wine with fresh leesy flavours, a creamy lime backbone and a lingering aftertaste.

Enjoy as an aperitif, or serve with cold entrÃ©es and seafood.

variety : Chardonnay [ 100% Chardonnay ]

winery :

winemaker : Frans Smit

wine of origin : Coastal

analysis : alc : 13.81 % vol rs : 6.2 g/l pH : 3.24 ta : 6.9 g/l

type : White style : Dry taste : Fruity wooded

pack : Bottle

AWARDS

International Wine Challenge 2005 - Silver
International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval

ageing : Enjoy now, or within 48 months from harvest.

in the vineyard : Proximity to ocean: 10km
Annual Rainfall: 850 mm
Soil: Oakleaf, Kroonstad en Escourt
Average Temperature: Summer 19.5ÂºC, Winter: 12ÂºC

Trellised, 6-year-old vines planted on south-facing slopes yielded the grapes for this wine. The vines received supplementary drip irrigation and produced 7 to 8 tons per hectare.

about the harvest: The grapes were picked at 22.5 to 23Â° Balling.

in the cellar : A 97% portion of the juice was fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks and the balance in oak barrels. A 3% portion of the wine was matured in 2nd- and 3rd-fill French oak barrels for 6 months.

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