Springfield Estate Methode Ancienne Chardonnay 2020
Chardonnay
Super premium
JB
Jeanette Bruwer (attending)
Managing Director, Springfield Estate
JB
Jenna Bruwer
Export / Sales Manager, Springfield Estate
Description
This Chardonnay is in the ancient style of Burgundy, rarely is this technique with wild yeast and no fining/filtration used in the new world. Thus, a wine of distinctive and classical character, it will develop slowly and is made to last (we hope) a lifetime. Tropical fruit nuances layered by lime and cream - a big wine with classical character!
Certifications
IPW
Alcohol
13.7%
Analytical data
dry
1.8 g/l residual sugar
6.6 g/l acidity
3.25 pH
Vineyard
Chardonnay, 16 year old vines; Clone CY3 on 101/14
Vine density: 15000
Yield: 2.5 tons hl/ha hl/ha
Vinification
Harvested at night in March 2016 No skin contact, oxidised must Fermented from juice in the following: 30% new Nadalié 600L Perle Blanche 70% second fill 300L Seguin Moreau Haute Sutaie Fermentation Native yeast, 55 days (followed by 100% MLF)
Maturation
Maturation 12 months on lees in barrels
Color
Apparent color: gold
Intensity: medium
Aromas
Aroma intensity: moderate
Fruit: moderate
Floral: minimal
Spice: minimal
Wood: restrained
Taste
Acidity: medium
Body: full
Tannins: mild
Bottling
Size: 0.750l
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