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2023
Yardstick Chardonnay 2023 showcases the elegance of Simonsberg Mountain vineyards, delivering enticing aromas of citrus rind and brioche, framed by toasty oak and marzipan. The savoury palate is enhanced by balanced acidity, creating a pleasant, lengthy finish.
Ideally pair with classic bouillabaisse or roast quail with butternut and caramelized pears.
Under ideal cellaring conditions the 2023 vintage will continue to improve in bottle for at least 5 years and may well have the potential to age much longer based on your preference for more youthful or more mature wines.
CHARDONNAY - 2024
Grapes were whole-bunch pressed to reduce phenolic extraction, and the juice oxidized prior to fermentation to ensure oxidative stability during bottle maturation. Fermentation in a combination of stainless steel tank and neutral 500L barrels with malolactic fermentation complete on 80% of the components.
After a post-fermentation racking and sulphur addition, the wine matured on fine lees for 11 months prior to bottling in January 2025.
Mostly comprising Stellenbosch-grown Chardonnay, the 2024 vintage includes an experimental parcel of fruit from the West Coast which lends a citrus aromatic to the wine.
The Stellenbosch components provide ripe yellow peach aromas and creamy palate weight, which combine well with subtle flavours of hazelnut and vanilla bean to make for a delicious wine.