Hartenberg Estate Eleanor Chardonnay 2019

Eleanor Chardonnay from Hartenberg Estate is a tribute to the Finlayson family matriarch. This wine is both powerful and sophisticated, with a harmonious blend of creamy citrus, nuts, minerals and elderflower, complemented by refreshing acidity. It finishes with an elegant and persistent finish.

Prices:
- 2016: 93 points (Prescient Chardonnay Report), 95 points (Tim Atkin)
- 2015: 94 points (Tim Atkin), 93 points (Prescient Chardonnay Awards), 90 points (Robert Parker)
- 2014: 93 points (Tim Atkin), 4½ stars (Platter's)
- 2012: Gold Medal (IWSC), 5 stars (Christian Eedes Chardonnay Report), Gold (Decanter), Gold (Old Mutual Trophy Show - Museum Class)

Production:
- Barrel aging: 13 months in French oak barrels (25% new, 50% second fill, 25% third fill)
- Maturation: 2 to 8 years from the harvest year
- Alcohol content: 13.67%
- Residual sugar: 2.6 g/l
- Total acidity: 7.2 g/l
- pH value: 3.17

Food pairing:
Perfect with oysters, scallops, chardonnay risotto with basil cream sauce, Cape line fish and cheeses.

Tasting notes:
A combination of citrus, lanolin, hay and tropical fruits with subtle notes of toast and brioche, the wine has a rich taste with fine acidity and perfect balance, radiating restrained elegance and a lingering aftertaste.