Restless RiverChardonnay 2023

Product code: 21658
£26.40 inc VAT
South Africa
White Wine from
Western Cape, South Africa
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Western Cape
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Hemel-en-Aarde
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Restless River
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Craig Wessels
Grape
Grape: Chardonnay
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
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Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Western Cape
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Hemel-en-Aarde
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Restless River
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Craig Wessels
Grape
Grape: Chardonnay
Grape: 100% Chardonnay

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Elegant aromas of wet stone, citrus peel and lemon tart. On the palate, vibrant acidity is rounded gently by supple texture from the barrel ferment. A core of well-defined fruit leads to a long and intense finish.

Product Notes

Restless River Chardonnay is an exquisite South African wine that astonishes with nuance and complexity. It boasts a luminous straw colour, with striking notes of lemon zest, green apple and flint. The taste is elegantly layered, presenting delightful acidity edged with a mineral undertone. These aspects are beautifully enveloped by light oak tones, hinting at its maturation in French oak barrels. The wine is charmingly delicate yet brims with intensity, ultimately leading to a crisp, enduring finish. The refreshing character of Restless River Chardonnay makes it a splendid companion for sumptuous seafood delicacies.

About the Winery

Restless River

Restless River Winery is an enticing wine destination nestled within the idyllic terrains of Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in South Africa. This off-the-beaten-track endeavour carves a unique niche in the region, embodying the true spirit of artisanal wine production.

Hosted a hop, skip, and a jump from the bustling metropolis of Cape Town, Restless River offers a serene retreat, where the adventurous wine enthusiast can reconnect with the earthy roots of viticulture. The winery's name is homage to the nearby winding river, which persists in its course against the odds, mirroring the restless energy of the vineyard itself.

Unlike commercial operations, Restless River Winery honours the age-old tradition of wine-making, choosing quality over quantity. The vines planted in their gracefully undulating vineyard primarily grow the Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay varieties, a testament to the founder's belief that these two have shown the most potential to express the estate's unique terroir.

A visit to Restless River is more than a wine-tasting session; it's a sensory experience. The winery’s idiosyncratically crafted wines, noted for their complexity and intense flavours - are a reflection of the uncompromising care and attention to detail in the winemaking process. Built on the conviction that nature is the best winemaker, Restless River eschews mechanical processes in favour of letting the grapes mature at their own unhurried pace; producing wines that are as authentic as they are intoxicating.

Perhaps the most striking thing about Restless River Winery however, isn't the exceptional wines it produces, but the philosophy that underpins its operation. Embracing the unexpected, taking on challenges with aplomb, and defying conventions to manifest vision. These are the hallmarks of Restless River, and they echo in every bottle crafted within its premises. Overall, Restless River Winery offers both an unforgettable experience and the chance to savor truly great wine so why not pay a visit?

https://www.restlessriver.com

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