Description
| Category | White Wine |
| Varietal |
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| Brand | Hamilton Russell |
| Origin | South Africa, Hemel en Aarde |
| Alcohol/vol | 13.2% |
A tight, minerally wine with classic Hamilton Russell Vineyards length and complexity. Unusually prominent pear and lime fruit aromas and flavours are brought beautifully into focus by a tight line of bright natural acid and a long, dry minerality. An elegant, yet textured and intense wine with a strong personality of both place and vintage.
Wine Advocate
- wa94
Opening to a nose of bright lemon and peach yogurt with hints of banana, the 2022 Chardonnay is fresh and citrus-laden. Medium-bodied and with 13.2% alcohol, the palate is fresh, balanced and spicy with succulent apple essence before swinging to show an elegant floral notion that finishes fresh and complex. This Chardonnay was barrel fermented and aged in 23% new French oak. Give it a try! Just under 70,000 bottles were filled.
Anthony Mueller, December 29, 2023
Vinous
- v93
The 2022 Chardonnay is matured nine months in 300-liter French oak barrels, 24% new. It has a backward nose demanding just a little coaxing from the glass, revealing tempting lemon thyme, hazelnut and subtly smoky aromas. The palate is taut and fresh with a lovely, slightly waxy texture. The oak is nicely integrated, quite linear and tensile in style, with ample weight toward the poised finish. This is a classy Chardonnay from Hamilton Russell.
Neal Martin, August 2023
Wine Spectator
- ws91
A well-knit white, with generous fruit flavors of Canary melon, yellow apple and tangerine enlivened by bright acidity and a subtle tang of salinity. Rich hints of green almond, pastry cream and pickled ginger accent the fruit profile and linger on the fresh finish. Drink now through 2030. 5,601 cases made.
Alison Napjus, July 29, 2024
