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Ferrum Chardonnay - 2022

Crystallum

3.9
UAH聽1,358.00
QPR 0.6787 馃槓
Region
South Africa 禄 Western Cape 禄 WO Overberg
Type
white still, dry
Producer
Crystallum
Vintage
2022
Grapes
Chardonnay
Alcohol
13.5
Sugar
2.3
Volume
750 mL
Cellar
not available
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Crystallum Ferrum Chardonnay 2022

The Ferrum Chardonnay is a single-vineyard wine produced by Crystallum from their estate at Shaw's Mountain, located just outside the Hemel-en-Aarde region near Hermanus. The grapes are whole-bunch pressed. Following an overnight rough-settling, the juice is transferred to barrels for fermentation. The fermentation process occurs spontaneously, and the wine is then aged over a period of 10 months in 300 and 500-litre barrels. To enhance its complexity and depth, 20% of these barrels are new oak. This process results in a Chardonnay that is expressive of its unique vineyard origins.

Ratings

3.9@Wix Kyiv OfficeOpaque Tasting Vol. 3

Over the past nine months, this wine has certainly developed, though it seems to be nearing its quality peak. It features enticing notes of lemon mingled with hints of butter cookie. While not highly complex, it is well-crafted with pleasant volume and persistence. Fresh and structured, it presents a non-vulgar profile with excellent oak integration.

3.8@Lo BarA taste of Crystallum

Fell short of expectations, possibly due to its youth. The profile seemed overly simple and uninspiring, with dominant notes of green apricot and lemon, accompanied by a buttery quality. The texture is round and slightly oily, with a persisting good acidity. However, the flavours dissipate quickly, leading to a disappointingly short aftertaste. A second bottle awaits re-evaluation, as this one may have been tasted too early.