Muratie's 2024 Isabella Chardonnay is a graceful expression of Stellenbosch elegance—fresh, floral, and beautifully balanced. Named after the winemaker’s daughter, this wine charms from the first swirl with aromas of peach blossom, melon, and citrus. A gentle 10 months in oak adds soft hints of vanilla cream and roasted hazelnuts, enriching the palate without overwhelming its purity. The texture is silky and refined, with a bright mineral edge and a lingering, slightly piquant finish. A wine that whispers its story with every sip—delicate, but full of depth and soul. Ideal for lovers of cool-climate Chardonnay with elegance and restraint.
Ratings/Accolades:
(2023) Tim Atkin: 92 Points
Ratings/Accolades:
(2023) Tim Atkin: 92 Points
Crafted with precision and care, this Chardonnay began with hand-harvested grapes, whole-bunch pressed for elegance and finesse. The juice was cold settled before fermentation in 500L French oak barrels—40% fermented naturally for added complexity. Around 60% underwent malolactic fermentation, rounding out the acidity. After 10 months on the lees, the wine was racked, blended, and bottled—delivering a refined balance of freshness, texture, and subtle oak.
Winemaker: Hattingh de Villiers
Winemaker: Hattingh de Villiers
Tucked into the exquisite Knorhoek Valley north of Stellenbosch, Muratie Wine Estate, under the stewardship of Rijk Melck and his family, has been at the heart of a lot of passionate debate. This debate is centered largely around the desire to protect a century’s old wine experience that is a magnet for wine lovers around the world.
