Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay

0.75L | 13.5%

21 , 9 5

Chardonnay

Paul Cluver

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Taste & Aging

Light

Bold

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidity

Drinking Window

Aging phase Until 2026

Ready to drink 2026 - 2030

Past peak After 2030

Aromas

Citrus Mineral notes Brioche Vanilla Almond

Food Pairing

Fish Poultry Game dishes

Vintage Report

The 2020 vintage in South Africa is rated as an excellent harvest year with a score of 92 points. The wines are characterized by a youthful character and great potential for further development.

Paul Cluver's wines are renowned worldwide. Their white wines, in particular, are incredibly popular and top-notch. Thanks to the unique climate of the Cool Climate Elgin region, Paul Cluver vinifies wines with perfect acidity. Wonderfully fresh and beautifully balanced.

Hand harvest for Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay

Originally founded as an apple farm, Paul Cluver decided in 1986 to focus on winegrowing. Thanks to its location in the cool Elgin region, close to the sea, they produce wines of remarkable finesse and freshness. The vines are planted at an average altitude of 300 and 400 meters above sea level, with the highest vineyards reaching 500 meters. At Paul Cluver, they focus on producing wines that reflect their terroir. This results in wines with abundant fruit and strong character. Today, the fourth generation is at the helm and is eager to continue this mission. The Chardonnay grapes are harvested by hand in the early morning hours. This allows the grapes to retain their freshness. The bunches are pressed whole. The juice is then transferred to French oak barrels for fermentation. To preserve freshness, the lees are stirred occasionally. The wine remains on the lees for a total of nine months. The winemakers then inspect the quality, and only when approved is the wine bottled.

The fresh and mineral notes of Paul CLuver Estate Chardonnay

This beautiful Chardonnay boasts aromas of fresh citrus and mineral notes with a hint of lightly toasted brioche in the background. These aromas are complemented by hints of vanilla and almond. These notes also come through in the palate. The fine, crisp acidity gives this Chardonnay a wonderful balance. This wine pairs perfectly with fish, poultry, and game dishes. The crisp acidity and the excellent balance of fruit and oak prevent the Estate Chardonnay from becoming too rich, making it also delicious on its own.

Product details

Alcohol content	13.5%
Vintage	2020
Size	0.75L
Region	Western Cape
Sub-region	Elgin
Land	South Africa
Producer	Paul Cluver
Varietal(s)	Chardonnay
Oak aging	Yes, Fermentation in French oak barrels and 9 months of aging on the lees.
Ideal serving temperature ?	10° - 12°C