Description
Chardonnay – White South African Wine
Wine of Western Cape, South Africa
Suitable for Vegans
Suitable for Vegetarians
The Secretary Bird, a name deriving from the quill like feathers of its crest, is a familiar sight in the open grasslands of the Western Cape and one of South Africa’s most treasured national birds. The Western Cape is a rich, fertile region and home to the vines of The Secretary Bird chardonnay grapes. Open and enjoy aromas of nectarine leading to crisp, stone fruit flavours and a dry finish.
Type of Closure: Screwcap
Producer: Boutinot South Africa
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Winemaker: Marinda Kruger-van Eck
Agent: Boutinot
Vinification Details: Grapes are chilled on arrival then pressed and the juice settled in tank prior to fermentation. We keep the wine on its fine lees for as long as possible prior to bottling. There is no oak treatment.
History: Thanks to long-standing relationships with growers, we have been able to consistently source the best parcels of fruit and successfully establish the Boutinot South Africa style and standard always developing and improving quality.
Regional Information: Fruit is sourced from long-established vineyards on the Wellington/Swartland borders, an area of low rainfall and mainly decomposed granite soils. The vines are low-trellised and the grapes are picked by hand in the early hours of the morning to retain their freshness.
Alcohol By Volume: 14
Units: 10.5
Tasting Notes: Fresh, tangy varietal fruit with perfumed jasmine notes and white stone fruit flavours. There is real breadth and character on the palate and a refreshing finish.
Statutory/Years: 18
