{"product_id":"cavalli-chardonnay-2025","title":"Cavalli Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"658\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduced by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCavalli Estate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in the heart of the Helderberg, Stellenbosch, the Cavalli Chardonnay 2025 is a benchmark South African Chardonnay that combines precision, elegance, and exceptional fruit purity. Crafted from hand-picked grapes harvested in three separate pickings, the wine undergoes whole-bunch pressing before fermentation in French oak barrels, where a portion ferments naturally. It is matured on its lees for 10 months\u003cspan data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"524\"\u003e in\u003c\/span\u003e French oak, creating a wine of remarkable texture, freshness, and complexity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eThe 2025 vintage has received outstanding acclaim, being awarded the Trophy for Best Chardonnay at the 2026 Investec Trophy Wine Show, one of South Africa's most prestigious wine competitions. This accolade recognises Cavalli's unwavering commitment to producing world-class Chardonnay and cements the estate's reputation as one of the country's leading producers. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eBeautifully balanced between vibrant fruit and restrained oak, this Chardonnay is approachable in its youth while offering excellent cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003eBright aromas of lime, orange blossom, nectarine, pineapple, and mango, complemented by subtle vanilla, spice, and buttery brioche. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eA beautifully layered palate of citrus, stone fruit, tropical fruit, and delicate vanilla, supported by a creamy texture from lees ageing and partial malolactic fermentation. Fresh acidity keeps the wine vibrant and balanced. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eLong, elegant, and mineral-driven with lingering citrus, gentle oak spice, and a refined creamy finish. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCavalli Estate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eWine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helderberg, Stellenbosch, South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.2%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003eOak Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 months in French oak barrels \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003eLees Ageing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003eAward:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best Chardonnay Trophy – Investec Trophy Wine Show 2026\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cavalli Estate","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":45279755239447,"sku":null,"price":289.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3026\/9496\/files\/Cavalli_Chardonnay_2025_-_Mothercity_Liquor.jpg?v=1783606425","url":"https:\/\/mothercityliquor.co.za\/zh\/products\/cavalli-chardonnay-2025","provider":"Mothercity Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}