The Site Chardonnay - De Wetshof Estate

The Site Chardonnay - De Wetshof EstateThe Site Chardonnay from the Breede River Valley viticultural region reveals a bright golden yellow color in the glass. In the middle, the tone changes to an expressive golden yellow color. Swiveling the wine glass, one can perceive a perfect balance in this white wine, as it stands out on the glass walls neither watery nor syrupy or liqueur-like. The first nose of The Site Chardonnay reveals nuances of orange, pomelo and lemongrass. The fruity hints of the bouquet are joined by more fruity and balsamic nuances. On the palate, De Wetshof Estate's The Site Chardonnay starts pleasantly dry, grippy and aromatic. In the finish, this matured white wine from the Breede River Valley wine-growing region finally inspires with considerable length. There are again hints of lemon and grapefruit. In the aftertaste, mineral notes of the soils dominated by clay and limestone are added. Vinification of The Site Chardonnay from De Wetshof Estate The balanced The Site Chardonnay from South Africa is a single varietal wine, made from the Chardonnay grape variety. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in the Breede River Valley. The vines here dig their roots deep into soils of clay and limestone. After harvesting, the grapes quickly reach the winery. Here they are selected and carefully crushed. Fermentation follows in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Vinification is followed by aging on the fine lees for several months before the wine is finally drawn into bottles. Food recommendation for the The Site Chardonnay from De Wetshof Estate This white wine from South Africa is best enjoyed well chilled at 8 - 10°C. It is perfect as an accompanying wine to Red Onion Stuffed with Couscous and Apricots, Lemon Chili Chicken with Bulgur or Veal and Onion Casserole.