2022 Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay
| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Elgin (Appellation) |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2029 |
- Buy 6 for 22.25 18.39 each and save 6%
Description
Paul Cluver is a household name with all his wines and is a grand master in white wines in particular, such as Chardonnay (who doesn't know the Seven Flags), Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling and of course the beautiful, almost Burgundy-like Pinot Noir.
The special climate of Elgin allows Paul Cluver to make wines with a special acid balance and an almost European style. The Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay is a beautiful cool climate Chardonnay from Elgin. The nose is characterized by subtle use of wood. Furthermore, there are hints of citrus and some blossom. In the mouth fresh acids and a somewhat creamy aftertaste. Delicious cool-climate Chardonnay supported by subtle use of wood.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Elgin (Appellation) |
| Winery | Paul Cluver |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2029 |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Parker rating | 93 |
| James Suckling rating | 91 |
| Vinous rating | 91 |
| Tasting Profiles | Dry, Fruity, Aged on wood, Round, White fruit |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Borrelen, Cadeau!, Met vrienden, Open haard, Voor alledag |
Wijnhuis
Paul Cluver is located in Elgin, one of the coolest regions of South Africa. Paul Clüver is originally an apple company, but since 1986, on the initiative of owner Paul Clüver, also a wine company. Due to its location in a very cool area, directly by the sea, wines are made here with a remarkable finesse and freshness. Third generation starts with wine. The estate of the Clüver family, De Rust, was acquired in 1896 by the grandfather of the current owner, Paul Clüver.
Soil samples were taken during the 1980s, which showed that viticulture was perfectly possible here. It was then decided to replace part of the apple orchards with vineyards. It was initially agreed to process the grapes into wine on the Nederburg Estate, one of the
most famous houses of the Cape. The first grapes were planted in 1986: Sauvigon Blanc, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Weisser Riesling. The latter grape has been planted to make sweet wines with the help of noble rot. The estate's wines are now entirely made in-house to give them their own character. Andries Burger, the winemaker of Paul Clüver, is responsible. Dr. Paul Clüver himself is still involved in his own profession: neurosurgery.