RUSTENBERG
2023 Stellenbosch Chardonnay
| Grapes | Chardonnay |
| Colour | White |
| Origin | South Africa, Stellenbosch |
| ABV | 13% |
The Rustenberg Stellenbosch Chardonnay is traditionally barrel-fermented, and with juicy, peachy fruit and a combination of factors from the vineyard adding complexity, wild yeast and careful barrel age, it offers balance, expression and value in every vintage. L&S (May 2025)
| 12 | ||
*Case price discount: Mix any 12 bottles of wine (or 9 litre equivalent) or 6 bottles of Champagne, Spirits, Sweet Wine or Fortified (4.5 litres) to get the discounted 'case price' for each bottle.
The 2023 Chardonnay is a blend of subregions around Stellenbosch that is made in Rustenberg's "house" style and designed to have wide appeal. Barrel-fermented and aged in 20% new oak for 20 months, it offers lemon sherbet, yuzu and hints of apricot on the nose, all nicely focused and delineated. The palate is well balanced with a slightly creamy texture, fine acidity and admirable purity, presenting hints of tropical fruit on the finish. Nicely controlled with ample length, this is unbeatable value for money. Drinking range: 2024 - 2030 Rating: 90 Neal Martin, www.vinous.com (Aug 2024)
Rustenberg
Vineyards producing the grapes for Rustenberg's wines climb the rich red slopes of the Simonsberg and Helderberg. The style of wine determines the vineyard to be used: Rustenberg has a history of success with reds.
The viticulturist, Nico Walters, and his dedicated team have been working hard to rejuvenate their vineyards by planting virus-free vines imported from France. A small-scale nursery has been started for propagation, providing available rootstock for upgrading, replanting and experimentation. Controlled irrigation is used when necessary to alleviate stressed vines and maximise the quality of the grapes. All grapes are hand-harvested in the early mornings and all vineyard blocks vinified separately, then blended for added complexity.
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