Kloovenburg Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2023 is a vibrant and complex white wine that showcases a delightful balance of fruit and texture.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The wine presents a delicate nose with notes of waxed lemons, peach, and citrus.

Palate: It features bright, fresh flavors of mandarin, grapefruit, and pineapple, complemented by layers of banana and lime. The palate is characterized by a creamy texture and a fine toasty note, resulting from its barrel fermentation process.

Winemaking Process

The grapes for this Chardonnay are handpicked in the early morning to preserve their freshness. They undergo a cooling process before being crushed and destemmed. The juice is settled in stainless-steel tanks before being transferred to French oak barrels for fermentation, which lasts up to three months. The wine is aged on its lees for nine months, with regular batonnage to enhance its creaminess and complexity.