Brink Family Vineyards Chardonnay 2021 (unwooded)
VINTAGE: 2021
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: 13.5%
Total acidity: 5.4 g/L
pH: 3.57
Volatile acidity: 0.35 g/l
Residual sugar: 2.0 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.