CrystallumThe Agnes Chardonnay 2025

Product code: 26752
£27.00 inc VAT
South Africa
White Wine from
Cape South Coast, South Africa
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Cape South Coast
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Crystallum
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Peter-Allan Finlayson
Grape
Grape: Chardonnay
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
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Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Cape South Coast
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Crystallum
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Peter-Allan Finlayson
Grape
Grape: Chardonnay
Grape: 100% Chardonnay

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

A precise Chardonnay with aromas of apple, salted caramel, oatmeal, and lime. The palate is textured, with notes of quince and pear with a saline finish.

Product Notes

Crystallum The Agnes Chardonnay is an exquisite South African wine, a choice blend from various vineyards in the Hemel-en-Aarde and Overberg region. Exhibiting an ethereal, light straw hue, it delights with delectably complex aromas of ripe apple, citrus, and toasted almond. On the palate, the wine presents a velvety texture coupled with a balanced acidity, rendering a delightful, long finish. This splendid confluence of citrus freshness and creamy notes result in a wine of standout depth and complexity. Crystallum The Agnes Chardonnay is an unforgettable indulgence for those appreciating the finest Chardonnay experience.

About the Winery

Crystallum

Crystallum is a small, family-run winery situated in the beautiful Walker Bay region of South Africa. Established in 2007 by two brothers, Peter-Allan and Andrew Finlayson, Crystallum has quickly become renowned for their exquisite productions of Burgundian-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

The Finlayson brothers are third-generation winemakers, hailing from a lineage that contributed significantly to the South African wine industry, Their father Peter Finlayson, a renowned winemaker of his own merit played a pivotal role in their passion for winemaking. The name of their winery, Crystallum, is derived from the Latin word for crystal, signifying their pursuit of clarity and purity in their wines.

Crystallum winery takes a minimalist approach to wine production. The wines are fermented using native yeasts and are aged for a minimum of 12 months in French oak barrels. Organic and biodynamic principles are adhered to in order to keep the vineyards as natural and untouched as possible.

Their portfolio of wines includes the Cuvee Cinema Pinot Noir, the Clay Shales Chardonnay and Agnes Chardonnay, all offering appreciators an exceptional tasting experience. Each bottle perfectly encapsulates the unique terroir of the Walker Bay region. Over the course of little more than a decade, Crystallum wines have received international acclaim and have featured in numerous prestigious wine awards.

Critics and wine connoisseurs alike speak highly of Crystallum’s wines, praising their delicate balance, expressive fruit aromas. and impeccable oak integration. Whether you wish to explore the elegant complexity of their Cuvee Cinema Pinot Noir or savour the fresh finesse of the Clay Shales Chardonnay, Crystallum promises a wine that embodies the true essence, of the South African terroir.

In essence, Crystallum winery is a testament to how passion and dedication can yield high-quality wine. This beautiful boutique winery diligently crafts wines that reflect the richness and diversity of the Walker Bay region: leaving a lasting impression on all who taste it.

http://www.crystallumwines.com

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