COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Platteklip Vineyards Pty
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Palmiet Chardonnay 2020 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Elgin region of South Africa, produced by Platteklip Vineyards, associated with JH Meyer Wines and Mother Rock Wines. The vineyard is situated at a high altitude, between 600 and 800 meters, and is approximately 30 kilometers from the Atlantic Ocean, contributing to a cool climate. Platteklip Vineyards is known for its commitment to minimal intervention and natural winemaking practices. The soils in the region are diverse, including granite, red clay, koffie-klip, and schist.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are planted between 600-800 meters altitude.
Fact 02
Located just 30km from the Atlantic Ocean.
Fact 03
Minimal intervention and natural fermentation are key.
Fact 04
Soils include granite, red clay, and koffie-klip.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Palmiet Chardonnay is crafted using 100% Chardonnay grapes from the Elgin region. The winemaking process emphasizes natural fermentation, utilizing indigenous yeasts. Aging typically occurs for an extended period, around 18 months, on lees in used 500-liter oak barrels. This approach is part of a broader philosophy of minimal intervention, aiming to capture the essence of the vineyard and its terroir.
