Waterford Estate Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2019
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Waterford Estate Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2019
This Chardonnay vineyard was planted in 1988 and registered as
single vineyard in 2012, which ensures that the traceability of the
wine produced is exclusively to the original 5.8-hectare block.
Soils are comprised of red clay (Hutton) as well as large granite
deposits and parent material found throughout the clay profile.
The clay adds structure to the wine, while the granite produces
great minerality and finesse to the overall presentation. The 2019
vintage shows slightly richer and a fuller complexity on the
palate compared to the previous vintage.
93/100 Winemag.co.za Top 10 Chardonnay Report
92/100 Tim Atkin MW SA Special Report 2022
Double Gold – Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2023
PAIRING SUGGESTIONS
Pork, Rich Fish (salmon, tuna, etc.), Vegetarian, Poultry, Cheese
and Savoury pastries.
WINEMAKING
Our Waterford Single Vineyard spent 11 months in 100% French
Oak Barrels, of which 15% was new. The grapes was whole
bunch pressed and barrel fermented, with bâtonnage for 3
months. With the 2019 vintage we did minimal Malolactic
fermentation, instead opting for freshness, as the wine had great
texture.
VINTAGE REVIEW 2019
Low winter rainfall and odd warm days during winter. Once the
season got going, moderate to cool and windless conditions
were experienced, perfect for flowering and fruit set leading to
high crop potentials. From November onwards, warm berg wind
conditions were experienced throughout, creating stressful
ripening conditions. Positive results due to early picking dates
ensured lower alcohol wines with ironically good freshness.
