Villion Chardonnay 2024
Chardonnay
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Villion Chardonnay 2024
Villion Family Wines is a boutique South African producer founded by winemaker Chris Villion, whose focus is on expressing vineyard character through careful, minimal-intervention winemaking. The Villion Chardonnay 2024 is sourced entirely from Elgin, one of South Africa's coolest wine-growing regions. The area's high altitude, cool climate and extended ripening season help preserve natural acidity while allowing Chardonnay to develop concentrated fruit and refined structure. The grapes are hand-harvested, with a combination of whole-bunch and gently crushed fruit. Natural fermentation takes place in French Burgundian oak barrels, where the wine spends around 11 months maturing. Partial malolactic fermentation and restrained use of new oak add texture and complexity without overshadowing the freshness and mineral character that make Elgin Chardonnay so distinctive.
Colour: Bright straw gold with brilliant clarity and youthful luminosity.
Nose: Ripe Golden Delicious apple, yellow pear and pineapple lead the aromas, followed by mandarin citrus, buttered toast, subtle vanilla, crushed stone and a gentle saline note.
Palate: Richly textured yet lively, with flavours of orchard fruit and citrus layered over a creamy mouthfeel. French oak contributes hints of toasted spice and gentle nuttiness, while fresh acidity keeps the wine focused and energetic throughout.
Finish: Long and persistent, finishing with lingering citrus, subtle oak spice and a clean mineral freshness that invites another sip.
- Food Pairing : The Villion Chardonnay 2024 pairs beautifully with roast chicken, grilled line fish, creamy mushroom risotto, pork with apple sauce or buttery seafood such as prawns or crayfish. Its bright natural acidity cuts through richer dishes, while the creamy texture and subtle oak complement roasted flavours and delicate spices without overwhelming them. This balance makes it a versatile partner for both everyday meals and more indulgent occasions.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: Enjoy now for its vibrant fruit expression or cellar for 8â12 years, where it will develop greater complexity and richness.
- Vintage: 2024
- Region: Elgin, Western Cape
- Medals Won: Fine Wine Awards Trophy Selection 2026.
- Sugar Content: 3.5g/L
- Alcohol Content: 13.5%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
Our Guarantee:
We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
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