Riebeek Cellars
Swartland, South Africa
This fruity Swartland Chardonnay has a lingering finish that will have you going back for glass after glass
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Riebeek Cellars
Chardonnay
Swartland is somewhat lesser known than neighboring areas in South Africa, but some of the most stunning wines coming out of the country are from this region. Nestled in the mountains and valleys about 40 miles north of Cape Town, Swartland is traditionally known as an area that produces wheat. Vineyards in the region specialize in fruit-driven wines, and this beautiful Chardonnay is no different. Grapes underwent a cool fermentation and the juice was left on the lees until a few months before bottling which allowed both highly concentrated flavors and a varietal signature roundness to develop. Bright fruit flavors lead to a lingering finish. Perfect for drinking on a sunny afternoon.
ABOUT THIS WINE
Riebeek Cellars
Chardonnay
Swartland is somewhat lesser known than neighboring areas in South Africa, but some of the most stunning wines coming out of the country are from this region. Nestled in the mountains and valleys about 40 miles north of Cape Town, Swartland is traditionally known as an area that produces wheat. Vineyards in the region specialize in fruit-driven wines, and this beautiful Chardonnay is no different. Grapes underwent a cool fermentation and the juice was left on the lees until a few months before bottling which allowed both highly concentrated flavors and a varietal signature roundness to develop. Bright fruit flavors lead to a lingering finish. Perfect for drinking on a sunny afternoon.
WINE REGION:
Swartland
Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.
WINE REGION
Swartland
Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Summer Salad, Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce, Grilled Chicken
Pairs well with…
Summer Salad, Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce, Grilled Chicken
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Summer Salad, Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce, Grilled Chicken
Pairs well with…
Summer Salad, Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce, Grilled Chicken
TASTING NOTES:
Pineapple
Lemon
Peach
Dry yet fruity, this wine has pronounced tropical flavors of pineapple and starfruit on the nose. Sweet lemon tartlet flavors lead to a lingering and well-rounded finish.
TASTING NOTES
Pineapple
Lemon
Peach
Dry yet fruity, this wine has pronounced tropical flavors of pineapple and starfruit on the nose. Sweet lemon tartlet flavors lead to a lingering and well-rounded finish.