Hartenberg Estate The Eleanor Chardonnay 2008

This wine honors Eleanor Finlayson, the matriarch of the Finlayson family who were previous owners of the Estate. With a huge amount of passion and the assistance of Headman, Eleanor planted a number of vineyards at the Estate during her tenure and introduced the modern winemaking era at Hartenberg Estate.

Creamy citrus, nutty, mineral and elderflower flavours with a refreshing acidity. An elegant wine with a persistent finish

Independent Tasting Note
"Sately restraint, wonderful depth of flavour. Textured oatmeal glistens amongst quince fruits, all new wood gives gravitas to enduring viscous finish." John Platter 2011

Scallops, slow roasted pork belly, steamed West Coast crayfish with lemon butter

variety : Chardonnay [ 100% Chardonnay ]
winemaker : Carl Schultz
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 13.06 % vol  rs : 2.2 g/l  pH : 3.41  ta : 6.1 g/l  
type : White  style : Dry  body : Full  taste : Mineral   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 0  closure : Cork  

AWARDS
2008 Vintage 4½ Stars Platter's SA Wines
2007 Vintage 91 points Robert Parker, 91 points Wine Spectator | 4  Stars Platter's SA Wines
2006 Vintage 90 points Wine Spectator | 4½ Stars Platter's SA Wines
2005 Vintage 90 points Wine Spectator | 4½ Stars Platter's SA Wines
2004 Vintage Chardonnay du Monde (France) Gold Medal | Veritas (SA) Gold Medal, 4½ Stars Platter's SA Wines
2003 Vintage - IWSC trophy for best Chardonnay over £10

ageing : Up to 5 years from vintage

in the vineyard : This limited volume wine originates from one vineyard parcel.

in the cellar : 11 months in 100% new French Oak Barriques (225 l)

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