Longridge Chardonnay 2021

Distinct notes of minerality, combined with citrus and lime aromas on the nose are complemented by shortbread and dessert peaches on the palate, ending in a refreshing, lingering and perfectly balanced finish

TERROIR – This wine showcases the terroir for which Longridge is known lying in the centre of the Helderberg Golden Triangle. Rooted in the oldest viticulture soil in the world, made up of decomposed granite, with a layer of clay about a meter down, on the lower slopes of the Helderberg. This vineyard enjoyed the refreshingly cool breezes from False Bay (Atlantic Ocean) during the day & cool air at night flowing down the mountain, resulting in even ripening of the berries, good natural acidity, and protection from the South-Easterly winds. The macro climate is maritime, with cold wet winters and dry, warm summers, with the Helderberg area being the coolest in the Stellenbosch region.

The grapes were harvested early morning and whole bunch pressed. The juice was left to settle in stainless steel tanks and transferred to French oak barrels and Cement Eggs. Almost no Sulphur was added during the first 6-9 months. Both the primary and secondary fermentation started naturally and no enzymes, fining agents, commercial yeast or filtration was used.

The wine was barrel-matured for 12 months before being bottled.