The Eleanor Chardonnay honours the matriarch of the Finlayson family who, with her husband Maurice, owned Hartenberg Estate (then “Montagne”) from 1948 to 1977. Strong and resolute in character, yet always sophisticated and poised, who better personifies our super-premium Chardonnay?
Barrel Ageing 12 months in 228L French oak barriques, 30% new, 40% second fill, balance on third fill
Maturation Up to 15 years from vintage, provided well cellaring Alcohol 13% by volume Residual Sugar 1,9 g/l Total Acid 7,0 g/l pH