Brink Family Vineyards Chardonnay 2020 (unwooded)

VINTAGE: 2020

WINE OF ORIGIN: Swartland

WINE ELABORATION:
Manual harvesting of grapes. Traditional settling prior to fermentation which is maintained at a controlled temperature (14-16 °C) in a stainless steel tank. After fermentation, the wine was left on the lees for three months to enhance complexity. Unwooded.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Varietal composition: 100% Chardonnay
Type of wine: White
Geographical location: Swartland
Vineyard: Trellised, 8 tons/ hectare
Alcohol: 14.0%
Total acidity: 5.7 g/L
pH: 3.6
Volatile acidity: 0.38 g/l
Residual sugar: 3.0 g/l

TASTING NOTES:
The wine has gooseberry and white peach aromas. Tropical flavours are supported well with balanced acidity. Mouth feel shows good volume and freshness.
Serving temperature: 12°C

SERVING SUGGESTION:
Delicious served with smoked salmon, chicken dishes or fresh seafood.