Elegant and vibrant, this chic Chardonnay unfolds with layers of ripe pear, juicy white peach, and a touch of golden apple, all bathed in fresh minerality that brings a refreshing clarity to each sip. Subtle hints of vanilla and a whisper of baking spice add warmth, balancing its fruit-forward profile. On the palate, it offers a well-rounded, creamy mouthfeel with a lively acidity that keeps it bright and focused. The mineral backbone provides structure, while the finish is long and harmonious, leaving traces of citrus zest and delicate oak. This wine is both sophisticated and approachable, capturing the sunny essence of Walker Bay with refined poise.
100% Chardonnay that was hand-harvested. Barrelfermented in 10% new oak and 90% second and third-fill French oak barrels. Left on lees for another 10 months while undergoing malolactic fermentation.
Winemaker: Jean-Claude Martin
Winemaker: Jean-Claude Martin
When in 2002 Jean-Claude (JC) and Carolyn Martin took up the challenge of establishing a winery in a remote corner of the Walker Bay Wine Region, they did so with the courage of their conviction.
The 40 hectares of undulating land on the lofty Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge had never been planted to vines before, but recognizing the vast potential, they set out with tenacity and determination to transform it into a model wine farm.
No easy feat, but then the Swiss-born JC and South African-born Carolyn (née Finlayson) both come from wine pioneering stock spanning at least three generations and two continents!
The 40 hectares of undulating land on the lofty Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge had never been planted to vines before, but recognizing the vast potential, they set out with tenacity and determination to transform it into a model wine farm.
No easy feat, but then the Swiss-born JC and South African-born Carolyn (née Finlayson) both come from wine pioneering stock spanning at least three generations and two continents!
