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Backsberg Fifth Generation Citrus Hill Chardonnay 2023

Lightly oaked and aromatic, be charmed by notes of cashew, cream and bright citrus.

This flavour-filled wine ideally matches seafood and cream-based pasta dishes.
variety : Chardonnay [ 100% Chardonnay ]
winemaker : Alicia Rechner
wine of origin : Coastal Region
analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol  rs : 3.0 g/l  pH : 3.4  ta : 5.8 g/l  
type : White  style : Dry  body : Medium  taste : Fruity   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Screwcap  

ageing : Best enjoyed within 6 years, although further ageing can yield a beautifully complex and interesting wine.

Backsberg celebrates five generations of winemaking heritage. As Chardonnay grapes and citrus fruit tend to thrive in similar soils, one might say that where good citrus grows, Chardonnay follows. In the case of Citrus Hill, good sense prevailed and Chardonnay took preference.
in the vineyard : The fruit is from both younger vines, that drive the fruit profile, and low-yielding older vineyards that provide a very finely structured backbone. These vines have been planted in sandy clay-loam soils
in the cellar : Fruit is picked at various stages of ripeness to create a layered and complex flavour profile. 30% of the blend is fermented in 300ℓ new French oak barrels for four months. Thereafter, aging on the lees for a further four months contributes to the full-bodied nature and creamy texture of this wine.
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