Thandi Chardonnay 2007

2009 International Wine Challenge Awards - Commended
2009 Decanter World Wine Awards - Bronze Medal
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.

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 : 14.0 % vol  rs : 2.4 g/l  pH : 3.3  ta : 5.5 g/l  
type : White  style : Dry   wooded vegetarian
pack : Bottle  closure : Cork  

AWARDS
2009 International Wine Challenge Awards - Commended
2009 Decanter World Wine Awards - Bronze Medal

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.

This wine is suitable for vegetarians but not for vegans.

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