White Wine
FRANCIS Chardonnay 2022
Stone fruit, lime zest, and white floral notes.
R 540
Tasting Notes
The 2022 Chardonnay has a brilliant light yellow hue with green flecks. On the nose - stone fruit, lime zest, and white floral notes. The palate is taught and focused due to a vibrant acidity. Nectarine and yellow fruit flavours combine with hints of brioche and toasty notes on a tight and lingering aftertaste.
Vinification
Healthy grapes handpicked and cooled overnight from Babylon Vineyards. Bunches destemmed and whole berries pressed in pneumatic press. First 400 litres/ton cold settled and pumped to barrels to complete natural spontaneous fermentation. Wine left on its lees for 9 months in older 500 litre French oak barrels.
Technical Information
Vintage2022
Varietal100% Chardonnay
Alcohol13.6%
pH3.12
Residual Sugar3.3 g/l
RegionHemel-en-Aarde Ridge