2021 Restless River, Ava Marie Chardonnay

Western Cape,South Africa,

£49.98

Bottle size: 75cl,
  • DE-97
  • JR-16.5/20
  • TA-96

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Description

This 2021 Chardonnay from the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is a remarkable expression of elegance and complexity. Aged in French oak and amphora, it reveals an intense core of lemon, apricot, and orange rind, with delicate notes of beeswax and pressed white flowers. The palate is finely structured, offering a mineral-driven, saline finish balanced by subtle oak undertones. Bright acidity and a taut profile make it a versatile wine, perfect for pairing with seafood, creamy poultry, or rich pasta dishes. A true reflection of its cool maritime climate and decomposed granite soils.

Additional information

Wine Type

White

Country

South Africa

Region

Western Cape

Subregion

Walker Bay

Vintage

2021

Brand

Restless River

Appellation

Walker Bay

Bottle Size

75cl

Pack Size

1x75cl

Alcohol Percentage

13.00

Duty Status

In Bond

Availability

Immediate

Rating Agencies

Decanter, JancisRobinson.com, Tim Atkin

Producer Profile

INTRODUCTION

You’ll get hints of those unctuous salted caramel, toffee apple oaked Chardonnay flavours, but they’re tempered by a pithy citrusy acidity and a purity on the palate which makes it actually quite delicate.

It’s a fascinating wine, which seems to flirt between hedonism and finesse from first drop to last.

Reviews

Decanter 97

[Malu Lambert, 12/09/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2024-2030

JancisRobinson.com 16.5/20

[Jancis Robinson, 12/09/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2024-2030

Tim Atkin 96

[Tim Atkin, 01/03/2023]