Spier Signature Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2022
South Africa, Western Cape
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
High-priced
LN
Lize-Marié Nieman (attending)
Spier Wine Farm
PN
Pierre Nortje - UK & Americas
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
RM
Retha Muller - Central Europe & Eastern Europe
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
DD
Danie De Kock
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
Description
Strawberry dominates the nose with a hint of yellow apple and crisp fruit undertones. There’s a mineral purity here which makes the wine extremely clean and refreshing. A twist of ripe raspberries lingers on the long, balanced and sophisticated finish.
Certifications
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
4.4 g/l residual sugar
5.6 g/l acidity
3.47 pH
Vinification
Grapes were hand-harvested early morning in 10kg lug boxes and pre-cooled before hand-sorting and whole bunch pressing. The juice was transferred into stainless steel tanks.
Maturation
Fermentation took place under controlled temperatures between12º and 14 °C. The wine matured for 3 months on the lees before blending and bottling.
Aromas
Aroma intensity: moderate
Fruit: moderate
Floral: restrained
Spice: minimal
Wood: none
Taste
Body: moderate
Tannins: mild
Bottling
Size: 0.750l
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