Kleine Zalze Chardonnay Cellar Selection

Nestled among the beautiful slopes, diverse soil structures, and ideal weather conditions, the magnificent Kleine Zalze winery shines. Just a few kilometers outside Stellenbosch, South Africa, they produce a fruity range of wines. The grapes enjoy a fresh sea breeze, resulting in delicate flavors.

The centuries-old Kleine Zalze winery

The South African winery with German roots has existed for 300 years and has always been family-owned. The winery's hard work and innovative development have resulted in excellent quality wines. The wines are popular and sought after worldwide. Kobus Basson is currently at the helm. He believes that success begins in the vineyard. Here, he lays the foundation for the fine wines that regularly win awards. At this winery, every wine lover will find their favorite wine. The Chardonnay grapes come from the best vineyards in Kleine Zalze. They are harvested and vinified separately. Eighty percent of the grapes receive 12 to 24 hours of extended skin contact before fermentation. The remaining 20 percent are pressed directly for fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Fermentation takes place with selected yeast strains at low temperatures, highlighting the specific characteristics of each vineyard. The wine is then left in contact with the lees for another four months before being blended.

A Chardonnay in perfect balance

What a wonderful, full-bodied Chardonnay with all the grape's finest qualities! This Kleine Zalze boasts a beautiful bouquet of yellow fruit, lime, banana, and pear on the nose. The palate is full and creamy with a thick, rich structure, beautiful ripe flavors of peach, pineapple, and a hint of vanilla. The light, fresh notes of citrus and lime give this Kleine Zalze Chardonnay a perfect balance! What a superb glass of wine!