Van Loveren Christiana Chardonnay 2020

Van Loveren Christiena Chardonnay 2020

Awards/Evaluation

2020 Michelangelo Wine Awards: Platinum
2020 Platter Wine Guide awarded in 2019 : 4.5 Stars
2019 Gold Wine Awards : Gold
2019 Platter's Wine Guide awarded in 2018 : 4.5 Stars
2018 Veritas Wine Awards : Bronze
2018 Decanter International Awards : 88 points (2017 vintage)
2018 Platter Wine Guide : 4 Stars

Maker comment

Premium Chardonnay. The balance is wonderful. The Chardonnay-like citrus and buttery aroma is added to the aging feeling in the new French oak barrels, giving you a deep taste.

food pairing

Grilled fish, seafood, poultry, cream pasta and more.

Country of origin/production area

south africa robertson

vintage

2020

type

dry white

Main varieties

Chardonnay

Alcohol degree

less than 14%

capacity

750ml

Producer information

Established in 1937. Van Lovelen is considered South Africa's leading family winery for its consistent productivity and innovation, and consistently producing award-winning wines. It was handed down from the first Retief family to the family, and is now run by cousins ​​as the third generation.
Location: Robertson Valley. Most of the farmland is designated as the Cape Botanical Reserve Protected Area Group, making it one of the wineries that actively engages in environmental conservation and animal protection.

overview

●Cap: Cork ●Cultivation/Soil: Limestone soil. 7 years old.
●Manufacturing: Hand-picked at night from one plot of vineyards. After fermentation, it is aged in new French oak barrels for 5 months. Regular stirring and mixing with the lees creates a creamy and deep taste.
Aging potential: 3-4 years

#South African wine