Tesselaarsdal Chardonnay

Tesselaarsdal ChardonnayFrom unirrigated vineyards on the Hemel en Aarde Ridge, this is a triumphant expression of cool climate Chardonnay. Fermented in clay amphoras and older oak, it's a fresh, tangy, nicely understated style with lots of zip and energy, subtle nutmeg spice and a citrus and lemongrass core. Tesselaar is a small village, 24km from Hemel en Aarde Valley, named after Johannes Tesselaar, an East India Company settler and slaver. Upon his death, Tesselaar left

The vineyards are

is characterised by its straw-yellow colour

the Nightjar shows elements of sour and black cherries

From world-famous Villa Maria Estate

It was transferred out of oak prior to the following harvest and left on yeast lees for a further six months

the bright red fruit flavours supported by fresh acidity and firm yet supple tannins

where the climate is moderately humid

Perfumed and polished

As climates warm

generously-fruited demi-sec Champagne with over 30 grams of residual sugar per litre

and limestone minerality

delivering a crisp