Van Loveren’s Christina Chardonnay

The nose shows poise and precision. Wet stone and minerality, supported by aromas of shortbread and white stone fruit, followed by a very attractive nutty toastiness, gives context to the bouquet. The palate is zesty and lively with crystalline definition and purity. White pears and quince follow, with hints of acacia flower succulence and subtle hints of vanilla and toast. A palate of considerable poise, yet enduring length and structure.

This fruit-driven Chardonnay comes alive with citrus and lime flavours on the nose. Dried peaches, vanilla and subtle wood flavours carries through to the palate of this well balanced wine.

Fresh lemon peel and grapefruit skin dominate the nose and palate, and is beautifully rounded off with soft buttery notes in the background.

This unoaked Chardonnay is an easy-drinking yet classy, affordable wine with more freshness, elegance and depth than commercial methods customarily permit. This Chardonnay has complexity and texture while still retaining the verve of the vineyards in Stellenbosch and Wolseley which are getting older and more concentrated.