{"title":"Hartenberg: A Study in Precision and Balance","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"hartenberg-eleanor-chardonnay-2019","title":"Hartenberg Eleanor Chardonnay 2019","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eHartenberg Wine Estate, established in 1692 on the Bottelary Hills of Stellenbosch, has earned a long-standing reputation for producing classically styled wines with strong vineyard identity and ageing potential. The estate’s vineyards benefit from cooling afternoon breezes and varied soils, helping to maintain freshness and structure even in warmer vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eNamed in honour of Eleanor Finlayson, whose family played a significant role in shaping the estate’s modern reputation, the Eleanor Chardonnay represents Hartenberg’s premium expression of the varietal. Fruit for the 2019 vintage was sourced from carefully selected vineyard blocks and fermented in French oak barrels, followed by extended lees ageing to build texture and complexity. The winemaking approach aims to preserve fruit purity while allowing subtle oak and lees influence to contribute depth rather than dominance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eBright gold with pale amber highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eLemon curd, ripe peach and baked apple aromas lead the nose, followed by toasted hazelnut, vanilla pod and subtle brioche notes. Gentle citrus blossom and flinty mineral nuances add freshness and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eFull and textured without excess weight, the palate combines stone fruit, citrus and baked pear flavours with finely integrated oak. Lees ageing contributes a creamy mid-palate, while balanced acidity keeps the wine focused and energetic. The oak influence is measured, adding notes of toasted almond and spice without overshadowing the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eLong and savoury, with lingering citrus, roasted nuts and a subtle mineral edge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hartenberg","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45240802476211,"sku":"WW1940CH03","price":820.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/HartenbergEleanorChardonnay2019.jpg?v=1775134871"},{"product_id":"hartenberg-mackenzie-2019","title":"Hartenberg Mackenzie 2019","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eLocated on the Bottelary Hills of Stellenbosch, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHartenberg Wine Estate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is one of South Africa’s longstanding family-owned wine estates, with a reputation for producing structured, age-worthy reds. The estate’s vineyards benefit from varied elevations, decomposed granite soils, and cooling maritime influence, creating conditions well suited to Bordeaux varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"776\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eThe Mackenzie is named after the Mackenzie family, who played a significant role in shaping Hartenberg’s modern identity. Produced only in select vintages, the wine reflects the estate’s more classical approach to red winemaking - favouring detail, structure, and longevity over overt richness. Careful oak maturation and restrained extraction allow the fruit and vineyard character to remain central to the wine’s profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eThe 2019 vintage has been recognised for its balance, freshness, and classical Stellenbosch structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eDeep garnet ruby with excellent colour depth and a youthful edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eBlackcurrant, cassis, and dark cherry aromas are layered with cedarwood, cigar box, graphite, and dried herbs. Subtle notes of cocoa and spice emerge as the wine opens in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eFull-bodied and composed, with firm but polished tannins supporting concentrated dark fruit. Cabernet Sauvignon drives the structure, while the supporting varieties contribute texture and aromatic lift. There’s a savoury undertone running through the wine, balanced by fresh acidity and well-integrated oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eLong and structured, finishing with cassis, cedar spice, and lingering earthy complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hartenberg","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45382664847539,"sku":"RW1928BB35","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/HartenbergMackenzie2019.jpg?v=1774425799"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/collections\/hartenberg-a-study-in-precision-and-balance.oembed","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}