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VINEYARD INFORMATION Grapes are sourced from carefully-selected premium vineyards in the Western Cape.
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“Kara-Tara is a joint-venture between Rudger van Wyk (2018 Diners Club Young Winemaker of the Year) and José Conde of Stark-Condé Wines.
The name Kara-Tara refers to a small town near Knysna, where winemaker Rudger van Wyk grew up. Translated from the traditional Khoisan, it means “deep dark shadows” and refers to the Karatara river that runs through the town.”
VINEYARD INFORMATION Grapes are sourced from carefully-selected premium vineyards in the Western Cape.
Wine Type | White |
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Country | South Africa |
Region | Western Cape |
Vintage | 2022 |
Brand | Kara Tara |
Cultivar | Chardonnay |
Appellation | Western Cape |
Bottle Size | 75cl |
Pack Size | 1x75cl |
Pack Type | Loose Bottles |
Alcohol Percentage | 12.50 |
Duty Status | Duty Paid |
Availability | Immediate |
Rating Agencies | Greg Sherwood |
After the highly acclaimed 2021, all eyes were on Rudger van Wyk to see what magic he could pull out the hat with the 2022 Kara-Tara release. Made from grapes sourced from four sites in three regions, namely Stellenbosch, Elgin and the Overberg, this wine has all the trappings of a cool climate masterpiece clearly moulded on a fresh vintage of Pouilly Fuisse or Saint Veran in Burgundy. Matured for eight months in barrels utilising 10% new oak, the wine reveals an attractively perfumed nose of honey suckle, white citrus, lemon verbena, popcorn, grated lime peel, zingy lemongrass and gentle herbal notes that intermingle with subtle leesy, biscuity nuances. On the palate there are deliciously racy acids that invigorate the taste buds, framing an intense yellow citrus fruit and oatmeal concentration that melts into a stony river pebble minerality. Fabulous laser sharp texture with a fine, linear cool climate precision, majestic crystallinity and a classically restrained finish. White Burgundy drinkers are going to be bowled over by its light touch 12.5% alcohol as well as its decidedly old world demeanour. Drink this on release and over the next 3 to 5+ years. (94/100 Greg Sherwood MW) [Greg Sherwood, 01/01/2023]