Citrus Fruit and Tree Fruit, Creamy / Buttery
BODY: Medium
DRYNESS: Dry
ACIDITY: Medium
TANNIN: Light
ALCOHOL (%): Pronounced (12-14%)
Origin: Cape South Coast (Hermanus, Elgin, Walker Bay & More), South Africa
Grape Varietals:
Chardonnay
Winemaking:
Maturation: Oak Barrels
Awards:
WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
Potato gratin, scallop risotto
ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Grape varietal & region: Crystallum Wines The Agenes Chardonnay 2022 is a captivating white wine from South Africa's Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, known for producing exceptional cool-climate Chardonnay. This wine showcases the winery's commitment to crafting elegant, expressive, and terroir-driven wines.
Taste profile: With a brilliant golden color, it exudes aromas of ripe citrus, apple, and pear, complemented by subtle notes of vanilla and oak. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of fruit, acidity, and oak, with a creamy texture and a long, refreshing finish. Crystallum Wines The Agenes Chardonnay 2020 is a wine that epitomizes the artistry of Chardonnay winemaking, capturing the essence of the vineyard and the skill of the winemaker in every sip
Winemaking process: Crystallum Wines The Agenes Chardonnay 2022 is made using traditional winemaking techniques that highlight the natural beauty of the Chardonnay grape. The grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed, and the juice is fermented in French oak barrels, with a small portion undergoing malolactic fermentation for added complexity. The wine is then aged in oak barrels, a combination of new and older barrels, for a period of time to impart depth and character, followed by further aging in stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness and vibrancy of the fruit
