Vergelegen Reserve Chardonnay 2022

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Vergelegen
Label Name:
 
Reserve Chardonnay
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
South Africa
Region:
 
Stellenbosch
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
12-14°C

Awards/Ratings
Selected listings/awards for Reserve Chardonnay (2022): James Suckling ~93/100; Wine Advocate reports ~90–93/100; Wine Spectator ~90/100; Platter's Guide ~95–96/100; International Wine Challenge Gold / Decanter/DWWA placings reported by retailers

Tasting Note
Lemony yellow with aromas of citrus, white peach, pineapple, apricot, citrus blossom and buttered toast. Creamy, full-bodied palate with bright mineral acidity and a long, elegant finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled or poached salmon, lobster or scallops, creamy risotto, roast chicken, mushroom dishes. Asian: miso-glazed fish, tempura prawns, mild Thai green curry, coconut-based seafood curries, richer sushi (fatty fish).

Production Method
Whole-bunch pressed; barrel-fermented in French oak (≈30% new, 70% seasoned); 8–10 months on fine lees with regular bâtonnage; partial malolactic fermentation.

Vineyard Info
Vergelegen Estate — historic Stellenbosch estate. Fruit sourced from Rooiland (blocks 12 & 13) and Lower Schaapenberg on granite-derived soils; estate produces Reserve bottlings from top vineyards.