• Glen Carlou Chardonnay 2020

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    Description

    Tasting Notes

    “Batch harvesting allows for different building blocks and complexity in the wine. Distinctive fresh citrus characters, green apple and pear notes are evident on the nose and palate. An extended and elegant aftertaste is supported by crisp acid and finely grained tannins. The water-bending® method for barrels prepares the oak for toasting in a way that results in a softer mouthfeel”.  Johnnie Calitz (winemaker)

    Food Pairing 

    This Chardonnay pairs well with salmon and trout, goats cheese souffle or cauliflower centred dishes

    Additional information

    Weight 1 kg
    Varieties

    Chardonnay 100%
    Harvest Date

    Late January to Late February
    Analysis

    Alc. 13.5%, R.S. 2.4 g/l, T.A. 6.1 g/l, pH 3.36
    Fermentation

    Each batch was barrel fermented in water-bent® French oak split 25% between 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th fill and matured for 10 months.
    Bottling Date

    October 2019
    Enjoy With

    Enjoy with pan seared scallops and cauliflower puree or seabass with charred cherry tomato or Hot smoked trout with asparagus.
    Winemaker’s Note

    Batch harvesting allows for different building blocks and complexity in the wine. Distinctive fresh citrus characters, green apple and pear notes are evident on the nose and palate. An extended and elegant aftertaste is supported by crisp acid and finely grained tannins. The water-bending® method for barrels prepares the oak for toasting in a way that results in a softer mouthfeel

    Awards

    Chardonnay 2019

    • South African Young Wines – 2019 National Chardonnay Trophy Winner
    • 2019 Sommelier’s Selection Wine List

    Chardonnay 2018

    • Decanter World Wine Awards – Silver (90 points)

    Chardonnay 2017

    • Michelangelo Awards 2018 – Double Gold
    • Veritas 2018 – Gold
    • Tim Atkin South Africa Report – 91 points
    • Neal Martin Report – 90 Points
    • The Sommeliers Selection 2018
    • Novare Terroir Wine Awards – National Trophy – Top Chardonnay
    • Novare Terroir Wine Awards – Top Chardonnay Paarl
    • International Wine and Spirits Competition 2017 –  Silver

    Chardonnay 2016

    • Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2018 – Bronze
    • Platter Guide 2018 – 4 stars
    • Tim Atkin South Africa Report 2017 -89 points

    Chardonnay 2015

    • Sommelier’s Selection 2017: Full & Rich Whites
    • The Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards 2016 – Gold
    • International Wine & Spirit competition 2016 – Silver
    • Mundus Vini Germany, 2016 – Silver
    • Platter Guide 2017: 4 stars

    Chardonnay 2014

    • Taj Classic Wine Trophy 2015 – Bacchus Trophy
    • International Wine and Spirit competition, UK: 2015 – Silver
    • Michelangelo Wine Awards 2015 – Silver
    • Platter Guide 2016 – 4 stars

    Chardonnay 2013

    • Platter Guide 2015 – 4 stars
    • Neal Martin, Wine Advocate 2014 – 87 points
    • Mundus Vini, Germany 2014 – Best White Wine South Africa
    • Internationl Wine and Spirits Competition 2014 – Silver
    • Tim Atkin South Africa Report 2014 – 86 points
    • Michelangelo International Wine Awards 2014 – Gold

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