2020 Thelema Chardonnay
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch (Appellatie) |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2030 |
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Description
Thelema Mountain Vineyards is located on the southeastern side of the Simonsberg, with vineyards at an altitude of 530 meters above sea level. These are considered some of the highest elevations in Stellenbosch - the high altitude and soil profile are ideal for the production of premium wine grapes. Thelema believes that the quality of the grapes is the single most important factor in making a serious premium wine.
After manual picking, the chardonnay grapes are destemmed, crushed, pressed and settled in stainless steel tanks. The juice was fermented in French oak barrels of 228 liters with a wood aging of 10 months in French oak barrels, 35% new, and the rest in 3rd/4th fill. The Thelema Chardonnay is everything you could wish for: aromas of ripe peach, grapefruit with complex but integrated yeasty and toasted oak notes. The taste is medium body, with a beautiful long aftertaste.
"Thelema have been making good Cape Chardonnays for as long as I can remember, although the style has shifted a little over the years. This is wonderfully fresh and focused, with a dollop of cream from partial malolactic, wet stone intensity, subtle wood and understated concentration..." 94 points Tim Atkin Report 2022
Braces:
Platter Wine Guide 2023 - 4 ½ stars / 92 points
Tim Atkin Report 2022 – 94 points
Decanter World Wine Awards 2022 – 91 points
International Wine Challenge 2022 – Gold Medal / 95 points
FACT: In the Tab: Appendix you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will send it to you automatically when you order this wine. The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will also receive a nice discount. We are almost next to the highway with plenty of parking. Click here for address
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Stellenbosch |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch (Appellatie) |
| Winery | Thelema Mountain Vineyards |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Screw cap |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Parker rating | 92 |
| James Suckling rating | 91 |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Rijk, Rond, Vol, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Professional Reviews
Parker
RP 92+
Reviewed by: Anthony Mueller
Drink Date: 2024 - 2035
The 2020 Chardonnay, at 13% alcohol, presents a slightly reductive character with notes of toasted oak, wafting with nutty and waxy nuances. The wine showcases flavors of yellow apples and toasted almonds intermingled with lemon and green apple undertones. Medium-bodied, it is fresh, succulent and vibrant with great acidity, and it has a long, textured, spicy finish. This Chardonnay was left on the lees for 10 months, all in French oak, of which 35% were new. A total of 20,000 bottles were produced. Don't let the screw cap scare you.
Published: May 09, 2024
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James Suckling
THELEMA CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH 2019
Score
91
A bright and vivid nose, with aromas of lemons, pears, white flowers and stones. Round and textured, with medium to full body. Shows complexity and viscous character, with a flavorful finish. Sustainable. Drink now.
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95
Platter Wine Guide 2023 - 4 ½ stars / 92 points
Tim Atkin Report 2022 – 94 points
Decanter World Wine Awards 2022 – 91 points
International Wine Challenge 2022 – Gold Medal / 95 points
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Thelema Mountain Vineyards is situated on the South Easterly side of the Simonsberg Mountain, with vineyards sitting at elevations of 530m above sea level. These are considered to be some of the highest elevations in Stellenbosch - the high altitude and soil profile are ideal for premium wine grape production.
Thelema believes that the single most important factor of making a serious premium wine is the quality of the grapes.
Sutherland Vineyards is the sister company of Thelema Mountain Vineyards, with the vineyards located in Elgin. The wines are a true expression of the cool-climate conditions that make Elgin world renowned.
The Elgin Valley, positioned 70km southeast of Cape Town in the Overberg area, is uniquely situated on an elevated plateau, enveloped by four mountain ranges.
Sutherland Vineyards, located merely 9km from the Atlantic Ocean, at altitudes ranging from 140 to 250m above sea level, benefit from the nearby ocean, creating optimal cool climate conditions. Warm sunny days are complemented by cool nights, creating the ideal conditions for wine grape growing.
The wines are characterised by their linear, accessible, and contemporary qualities. The essence of Thelema runs through to that of Sutherland - both Thelema Mountain Vineyards and Sutherland Vineyards mirror one another. Sutherland wines are crafted and bottled at Thelema Mountain Vineyards in Stellenbosch.
Thelema Mountain Vineyards is located on the southeastern side of the Simonsberg, with vineyards at an altitude of 530 meters above sea level. These are considered some of the highest elevations in Stellenbosch - the high altitude and soil profile are ideal for the production of premium wine grapes. Thelema believes that the quality of the grapes is the single most important factor in making a serious premium wine.
After manual picking, the chardonnay grapes are destemmed, crushed, pressed and settled in stainless steel tanks. The juice was fermented in French oak barrels of 228 liters with a wood aging of 10 months in French oak barrels, 35% new, and the rest in 3rd/4th fill. The Thelema Chardonnay is everything you could wish for: aromas of ripe peach, grapefruit with complex but integrated yeasty and toasted oak notes. The taste is medium body, with a beautiful long aftertaste.
"Thelema have been making good Cape Chardonnays for as long as I can remember, although the style has shifted a little over the years. This is wonderfully fresh and focused, with a dollop of cream from partial malolactic, wet stone intensity, subtle wood and understated concentration..." 94 points Tim Atkin Report 2022
Braces:
Platter Wine Guide 2023 - 4 ½ stars / 92 points
Tim Atkin Report 2022 – 94 points
Decanter World Wine Awards 2022 – 91 points
International Wine Challenge 2022 – Gold Medal / 95 points
FACT: In the Tab: Appendix you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will send it to you automatically when you order this wine. The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will also receive a nice discount. We are almost next to the highway with plenty of parking. Click here for address
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Stellenbosch |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch (Appellatie) |
| Winery | Thelema Mountain Vineyards |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Screw cap |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Parker rating | 92 |
| James Suckling rating | 91 |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Rijk, Rond, Vol, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Parker
RP 92+
Reviewed by: Anthony Mueller
Drink Date: 2024 - 2035
The 2020 Chardonnay, at 13% alcohol, presents a slightly reductive character with notes of toasted oak, wafting with nutty and waxy nuances. The wine showcases flavors of yellow apples and toasted almonds intermingled with lemon and green apple undertones. Medium-bodied, it is fresh, succulent and vibrant with great acidity, and it has a long, textured, spicy finish. This Chardonnay was left on the lees for 10 months, all in French oak, of which 35% were new. A total of 20,000 bottles were produced. Don't let the screw cap scare you.
Published: May 09, 2024
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
James Suckling
THELEMA CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH 2019
Score
91
A bright and vivid nose, with aromas of lemons, pears, white flowers and stones. Round and textured, with medium to full body. Shows complexity and viscous character, with a flavorful finish. Sustainable. Drink now.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
95
Platter Wine Guide 2023 - 4 ½ stars / 92 points
Tim Atkin Report 2022 – 94 points
Decanter World Wine Awards 2022 – 91 points
International Wine Challenge 2022 – Gold Medal / 95 points
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Thelema Mountain Vineyards is situated on the South Easterly side of the Simonsberg Mountain, with vineyards sitting at elevations of 530m above sea level. These are considered to be some of the highest elevations in Stellenbosch - the high altitude and soil profile are ideal for premium wine grape production.
Thelema believes that the single most important factor of making a serious premium wine is the quality of the grapes.
Sutherland Vineyards is the sister company of Thelema Mountain Vineyards, with the vineyards located in Elgin. The wines are a true expression of the cool-climate conditions that make Elgin world renowned.
The Elgin Valley, positioned 70km southeast of Cape Town in the Overberg area, is uniquely situated on an elevated plateau, enveloped by four mountain ranges.
Sutherland Vineyards, located merely 9km from the Atlantic Ocean, at altitudes ranging from 140 to 250m above sea level, benefit from the nearby ocean, creating optimal cool climate conditions. Warm sunny days are complemented by cool nights, creating the ideal conditions for wine grape growing.
The wines are characterised by their linear, accessible, and contemporary qualities. The essence of Thelema runs through to that of Sutherland - both Thelema Mountain Vineyards and Sutherland Vineyards mirror one another. Sutherland wines are crafted and bottled at Thelema Mountain Vineyards in Stellenbosch.