Thandi Chardonnay 2006

2008 AWC Vienna International Wine Challenge - Silver
2008 Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show - Bronze Medal (72/100)
2008 Decanter Awards - Commended
The wine is concentrated with well-balanced fruit and oak showing aromas of citrus and orange blossom on the nose, and hints of vanilla on the palate.

Suitable for vegetarians but not for vegans.Serve chilled with spicy chicken dishes or succulent grilled fish.

variety : Chardonnay [ 100% Chardonnay ]
winery : Thandi Wines
winemaker : Patrick Kraukamp
wine of origin : Elgin
analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol  rs : 2.1 g/l  pH : 3.3  ta : 5.5 g/l  
type : White   wooded
pack : Bottle  closure : Cork  

AWARDS
2008 AWC Vienna International Wine Challenge - Silver
2008 Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show - Bronze Medal (72/100)
2008 Decanter Awards - Commended

ageing : Store horizontally in a cool place. Drink within 3-4 years from purchase.

in the vineyard : Type of climate: Mediterranean climate, cool summers, rainfall mostly in winter.

about the harvest: Average yield: 8 - 10 tons/ha

in the cellar : Skin contact was given before fermentation. Wine fermented in 30% new French oak barrels and was aged for another 8 months on the lees.

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