Newton-Johnson “Southend Chardonnay” 2024 Walker Bay

SKU: SAWCWWIWH0275024 Category:
Chardonnay | South Africa | New World | White Wine | Newton-Johnson | 2024 | 0,75 L | 13,5 %

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34.10 €

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Newton-Johnson "Southend Chardonnay" Walker Bay 2024 is a refined 100% Chardonnay from the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in Walker Bay, one of South Africa's premier regions for Chardonnay. The cool maritime climate, clay-rich and granite-derived soils, and significant diurnal temperature variation produce wines of exceptional freshness, concentration, and minerality.

The wine is fermented and matured in French oak barrels on its fine lees, developing depth, a creamy texture, and beautifully integrated oak while preserving the purity of the fruit. The 2024 vintage combines richness, precision, and remarkable balance, showcasing the world-class potential of Walker Bay Chardonnay.

Newton-Johnson Vineyards ir ģimenes vīna darītava, ko 1995. gadā dibināja Dave un Felicity Johnson, bet šodien to vada otrā paaudze – Gordon un Bevan Newton Johnson. Saimniecība atrodas Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, kur vēsais Atlantijas okeāna klimats rada ideālus apstākļus Burgundijas šķirņu audzēšanai.

Darītava ir starptautiski atzīta par izciliem Chardonnay un Pinot Noir, kas tiek radīti ar minimālu iejaukšanos un maksimālu terroir izpausmi. Newton-Johnson vīni izceļas ar eleganci, precizitāti un ilgmūžību, nostiprinot saimniecības reputāciju kā vienai no Dienvidāfrikas vadošajām premium vīna darītavām.

The nose reveals aromas of lemon zest, white peach, ripe pear, and white blossom, layered with hazelnut, butter, flint, and lightly toasted bread. On the palate, the wine is elegant, juicy, and concentrated, with vibrant acidity, a creamy texture, and pronounced minerality. The finish is long, fresh, and refined, with lingering notes of citrus, toasted nuts, and a subtle saline edge.

An excellent pairing for lobster, scallops, grilled white fish, roast chicken, veal tenderloin, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses. Its freshness, rich texture, and mineral precision beautifully complement refined seafood and classic cuisine.

Newton-Johnson Vineyards ir ģimenes vīna darītava, ko 1995. gadā dibināja Dave un Felicity Johnson, bet šodien to vada otrā paaudze – Gordon un Bevan Newton Johnson. Saimniecība atrodas Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, kur vēsais Atlantijas okeāna klimats rada ideālus apstākļus Burgundijas šķirņu audzēšanai.

Darītava ir starptautiski atzīta par izciliem Chardonnay un Pinot Noir, kas tiek radīti ar minimālu iejaukšanos un maksimālu terroir izpausmi. Newton-Johnson vīni izceļas ar eleganci, precizitāti un ilgmūžību, nostiprinot saimniecības reputāciju kā vienai no Dienvidāfrikas vadošajām premium vīna darītavām.

Fresh chardonnay shows bright fruity profile and strong body. Chardonnay wines usually have expressed aromatic complexity and usually it happens due to winemaking techniques (particularly the use of oak promote notes of vanilla, smoke and hints of spices) rather than the variety's intrinsic qualities. Also, this variety can develop cream, yeast and brioche bread notes. Because of this high level of winemaker influence, Chardonnay has become famous as the "winemaker's wine".