{"product_id":"brookdale-bradbourne-white-blend-2024","title":"Brookdale Bradbourne White Blend 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eBrookdale Estate, situated in the foothills of the Klein Drakenstein mountains in Paarl, has become one of the Cape’s most closely watched modern wine projects. Under the guidance of winemaker Kiara Scott and owner Tim Rudd, the estate focuses on unusual Mediterranean and Rhône varieties that are carefully matched to Paarl’s warm climate and decomposed granite soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003eThe Bradbourne White Blend 2024 reflects this philosophy beautifully - a multi-varietal white blend built around freshness, texture, and layered complexity rather than overt richness. The vineyards are farmed with a strong emphasis on site expression, while the winemaking approach remains restrained and thoughtful, allowing each component variety to contribute something distinctive to the final wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eFermentation took place naturally using indigenous yeasts, with maturation in older French oak and amphora adding texture and subtle savoury detail without masking the fruit. The result is a white blend that feels contemporary yet rooted in Old World influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003ePale gold with bright straw highlights and a clear, luminous appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eComplex and expressive, showing white peach, citrus peel, pear and yellow apple alongside floral notes, dried herbs, almond, and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eTextured and energetic, with stone fruit and citrus flavours supported by fresh acidity and a gentle saline edge. The blend carries impressive depth without feeling heavy, combining rounded fruit with savoury complexity and fine structural tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eLong and refined, with lingering citrus oil, herbs, and subtle mineral freshness on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brookdale","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45240804016307,"sku":"WW2440BW19","price":400.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/BrookdaleBradbourneWhiteBlend2024.jpg?v=1775133718","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/brookdale-bradbourne-white-blend-2024","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}