{"product_id":"crystallum-clay-shales-chardonnay-2024","title":"Crystallum Clay Shales Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCrystallum Clay Shales Chardonnay 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique wine from a single vineyard located in Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, South Africa, made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The name comes from the clay and slate-rich Bokkeveld soils, which contribute to the wine's distinctive minerality and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The grapes were carefully hand-picked and pressed as whole bunches without the use of enzymes, sulfur or commercial yeasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e After a night of rough settling, the must was transferred to a 2600-liter foudre, where it underwent natural fermentation and aged for 10 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fresh and complex aroma with notes of white pear and banoffee pie, as well as subtle hints of toast and vanilla from the barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich texture with notes of lemon, salted macadamia nuts and oatmeal. The wine has flinty minerality and lively acidity that gives a long and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReviews and awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 94 points – \"Delicately salty, mineral and expressive in an understated way.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTim Atkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 points – Highlights the wine's balance and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Perfect for grilled lobster with lemon butter, butternut squash risotto, roasted chicken with herbs and garlic dressing and goat cheese tart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.71%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eResidual sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.9 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.39\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStorage potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 2035.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystallum Clay Shales Chardonnay 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wine that combines freshness and complexity with a remarkable minerality, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a characterful and age-worthy white wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Agnes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51257786696026,"sku":"MS-9103-CRY-THE A","price":61.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/5435\/0170\/files\/crystallum-clay-shales-chardonnay-2023-268063.jpg?v=1747881193","url":"https:\/\/dh-wines.com\/products\/crystallum-clay-shales-chardonnay-2024","provider":"DH Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}