Hamilton Russell - Chardonnay Hemel-en-Aarde Valley 2017
Price: $39.99
Sale: $29.98
Producer | Hamilton Russell |
Country | South Africa |
Varietal | Chardonnay |
Vintage | 2017 |
Sku | 64612 |
Size | 750ml |
Hamilton Russell Description
A tight, minerally wine with classic Hamilton Russell Vineyards length and complexity. Unusually prominent pear and lime fruit aromas and flavours are brought beautifully into focus by a tight line of bright natural acid and a long, dry minerality. An elegant, yet textured and intense wine with a strong personality of both place and vintage.
Wine Spectator: 93 Points
Vinous Media: 91 Points
The 2017 Chardonnay was whole-bunch-pressed, destemmed and matured for nine months with partial malolactic and light bâtonnage, in around 30% new wood, of which 40% is not toasted. It has an attractive bouquet of yellow plum and a subtle patisserie scent, the oak neatly integrated. The palate is well balanced with slightly lower acidity than its peers, good depth, a slightly waxy texture and a touch of candied orange peel toward the finish. Enjoy this over the next five or six years, possibly longer.
Wine Advocate: 90 Points
On the nose, the 2017 Chardonnay has all of the classic Chardonnay expressions at its core, showing apples, pears and creamy lemons with soft oak tones of nutmeg and a white-spiced minerality. The palate gives way to a textured and mouth-coating mid-palate with a lemony heart and a long, spiced cinnamon/green apple finish. The aftertaste is grippy, thoughtful and fine. With 71,556 bottles made, this represents a good-quality wine at a competitive price. Give it try!
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