{"product_id":"waterford-estate-chardonnay-single-vineyard-2022","title":"Waterford Estate Chardonnay Single Vineyard 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Waterford Estate Chardonnay Single Vineyard 2022 is a refined, site-driven Chardonnay produced from the estate’s single Chardonnay vineyard planted in 1988. Situated in the coolest part of Waterford Estate in Stellenbosch, the vineyard is rooted in red clay and granite soils, conditions particularly well suited to producing Chardonnay with freshness, concentration and pronounced mineral character. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignificantly, Chardonnay is the only white grape variety planted on Waterford Estate, making this wine a particularly focused expression of the property. The vineyard is harvested by hand across approximately eight separate pickings, allowing each parcel to be brought into the cellar at optimum ripeness. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole-bunch pressing, barrel fermentation and extended maturation in French oak produce a Chardonnay that combines stone fruit and floral aromatics with integrated oak, vibrant acidity and a distinctive saline, chalky finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour: \u003c\/strong\u003eBright golden straw with subtle green highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003eElegant and mineral-driven, opening with white peach, nectarine, melon and stone fruit. Delicate citrus blossom and honeysuckle provide aromatic lift, while subtle green olive leaf and flinty notes add complexity. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eFocused and beautifully textured. White peach and nectarine are supported by fresh citrus and a pronounced mineral character. The French oak is restrained and well integrated, adding depth and texture without masking the purity of the fruit. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eLong, fresh and precise, with vibrant acidity carrying flavours of stone fruit into a chalky, mineral and subtly saline finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage has received excellent recognition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points – Tim Atkin MW, South Africa Special Report 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4.5 Stars – Platter’s Wine Guide 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent match for grilled line fish, lobster, prawns, roast chicken, pork, creamy seafood dishes and mushroom risotto. Its acidity and saline character also make it particularly well suited to oysters and other shellfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterford Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stellenbosch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single vineyard planted in 1988\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red clay and granite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-harvested across approximately 8 separate pickings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle whole-bunch pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300L French oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalolactic Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 11 months in total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.7 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Waterford Estate","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":45399494262807,"sku":null,"price":399.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3026\/9496\/files\/Waterford_Estate_Chardonnay_Single_Vineyard_2022.jpg?v=1786461497","url":"https:\/\/mothercityliquor.co.za\/ja\/products\/waterford-estate-chardonnay-single-vineyard-2022","provider":"Mothercity Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}