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Chardonnay, Hamilton Russell Vineyards, Hemel-En-Aarde Valley, ZA, 2023

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Article code: RP 94 Pts

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Hamilton Russell 2023 Chardonnay (94 pts, Parker) is an elegant South African white. It balances crisp apple, citrus, and flinty oak with bright acidity. Whole-cluster pressed and aged 10 months in French oak. Pairs with poultry.

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The 2023 Hamilton Russell Vineyards Chardonnay is an elegant, highly acclaimed South African white wine. It features a cool-climate profile with notes of spiced apple, citrus, pear, and a touch of vanilla. With a strong 94-point score from major critics, it pairs beautifully with nutty cheeses and roasted poultry.

Professional Ratings

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 94 points
Winemag.co.za: Highly Accomplished / Featured
CellarTracker (Community/Pro Averages): 91+ points

Tasting Profile & Viticulture

Aromas & Palate: Crisp green apple, fresh apricot, citrus, and a gentle hint of flinty reduction and subtle sourdough. It strikes a fine balance between bright acidity, a savory finish, and an intricate, medium-plus body.
Winemaking: Pressed whole clusters, wild-fermented to dryness in barrel. It is matured for 10 months in 300-liter French oak barrels, with 24% being first-fill and utilizing a partial (30%) malolactic fermentation.
Vintage Conditions: The 2023 growing season was one of the coolest on record, with uneven bud-break and naturally low yields, which concentrated the fruit's flavor profile.

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