# Palmiet Chardonnay (2020)

- **Producer:** Platteklip Vineyards Pty
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Western Cape, South Africa
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €25
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, lemon, apple, peach, vanilla, biscuit, smoke, wet stones, dried apricot, hazelnut

## About this wine

The Palmiet Chardonnay 2020 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Elgin region of South Africa, produced by Platteklip Vineyards, associated with JH Meyer Wines and Mother Rock Wines. The vineyard is situated at a high altitude, between 600 and 800 meters, and is approximately 30 kilometers from the Atlantic Ocean, contributing to a cool climate. Platteklip Vineyards is known for its commitment to minimal intervention and natural winemaking practices. The soils in the region are diverse, including granite, red clay, koffie-klip, and schist.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are planted between 600-800 meters altitude.
- Located just 30km from the Atlantic Ocean.
- Minimal intervention and natural fermentation are key.
- Soils include granite, red clay, and koffie-klip.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty proteins, while its citrus and baked apple notes complement seafood and poultry. The minerality can also provide a refreshing contrast to richer dishes.

## Wine making process

The Palmiet Chardonnay is crafted using 100% Chardonnay grapes from the Elgin region. The winemaking process emphasizes natural fermentation, utilizing indigenous yeasts. Aging typically occurs for an extended period, around 18 months, on lees in used 500-liter oak barrels. This approach is part of a broader philosophy of minimal intervention, aiming to capture the essence of the vineyard and its terroir.