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16¾/20
Capensis Chardonnay 2013
Western Cape, South AfricaA super premium Chardonnay from Western Cape? Just another facet of the brave new RSA. Jackson Family Estates has brought on winemaker Graham Weerts and old vine whisperer Rosa Kruger for this age-worthy wine. Grapes were sourced from three vineyards ranging from 175-750m in altitude: Stellenbosch (12-15 year old vines on rich clay); Overberg (28 year old vines on granite); Robertson (ten year old vines on limestone). One year in French oak (55 percent new) and regular battonage has yielded a generous, rich, creamy white with perfumed vanilla pear, red apple, bosc pear and stony spice, spread upon a solid wood framework. Settling into its thoroughbred stature now, and will continue to do so over the next few years. 1000 cases madeTasted: 28 October 2016Tasted by: Prices:| BC | $90.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
| AB | $95.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
Grape: ChardonnayCSPC: 899443
