2023 Meerlust Chardonnay (Stellenbosch)
Secondary Description
Fermention in 30% new oak, 33% second-fill, 32% third-fill, 5% concrete egg.
Plush and peachy, the new oak and lees ageing is very clear on the creamy, mildly toasty aromas. The palate is more mineral, deft in its generosity, and remarkably easy to drink as a result! Very long, peach, ripe pear and lemon curd linger. A development of the historical style of this wine (rich and woody), gaining new-found freshness without losing too much of the old charm. (JH 25/05/25)
Plush and peachy, the new oak and lees ageing is very clear on the creamy, mildly toasty aromas. The palate is more mineral, deft in its generosity, and remarkably easy to drink as a result! Very long, peach, ripe pear and lemon curd linger. A development of the historical style of this wine (rich and woody), gaining new-found freshness without losing too much of the old charm. (JH 25/05/25)
Producer
Origin
Stellenbosch, South Africa, SOUTH AFRICA
Colour
white
Wine Style
dry
Dominant Grape
Chardonnay
Closure Style
screw cap
Maturity
ready
Bottle size
75cl
Case Quantity
6
Alcohol
13.5%
Score
88 points, Neal Martin, vinous.com, August 2025
| Unit 75cl | Case 6x75cl | |
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| Stock in Shop | 38 | 6 |
| Stock in Warehouse | 180 | 30 |
| Stock on Order* | - | - |
| Price inc | £26.50 | £140.33 |
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| Price ib | £99.00 |
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Media Reviews
Neal Martin
The 2023 Chardonnay has a crowd-pleasing, slightly honeyed bouquet, well defined with almond and hazelnut scents. The palate is balanced and fresh, not complex, but there is a fine line of acidity with attractive tropical notes on the finish. Tasted at the Meerlust tasting at Berry Brothers & Rudd in London. 88 points