Hamilton Russell Vineyards Chardonnay, 2023

Elegant & Complex Chardonnay from Western Cape, South Africa 

A tight, mineral wine with classic Hamilton Russell Vineyards length and complexity. Prominent pear and lime fruit aromas and flavours are brought beautifully into focus by a tight line of bright natural acid and a long, dry minerality. An elegant, yet textured and intense wine with a strong personality of both place and vintage.

Food Pairing:  A great match for roasted chicken, creamy fish dishes. 

Cellaring:  Drink now or until 2033

BEHIND THE WINE

One of Africa’s most southerly wineries, Hamilton Russell is set in the gorgeous Hemel-en-Aarde Valley close to the coast where the cool conditions are ideal for premium winemaking. The estate was founded in 1975 when Tim Hamilton Russell purchased 170 hectares of pristine undeveloped land after a long search for a site with perfect terroir. After extensive research in 1994 just 52 hectares of land were identified as being optimal for growing top quality grapes. Rather than experimenting with a wide variety of grapes, the estate focuses purely on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir which thrive in the maritime climate.