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Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons was founded through a partnership between the South African Rupert family and Baron Benjamin de Rothschild. Located at the foot of the Simonsberg, in the heart of the historic Cape winelands, the estate benefits from a remarkable terroir that combines the cool influence of Antarctic currents with abundant sunshine—ideal conditions for grape ripening.
APPELLATION : Stellenbosch
TERROIR : Granite – Red clay
AVERAGE VINE AGE : 10 to 30 years
HARVEST : Hand-picking.
WINEMAKING : 11 months of maturation occurred in the primary fermentation vessels; 27% first, 32% second, and 23% third and fourth fill 300 litre French oak barrels, the remainder in 2500 litreFrench oak foudres.
AGING: Aged for 11 months in French oak barrels and 2500-litre foudres.
BLEND : 100 % Chardonnay
ALCOHOL : 14%
CELLARING POTENTIAL : 2032+
TASTING NOTES
On the eye, the wine displays a beautiful, luminous colour, shifting between lemon‑green and white‑gold, signalling elegance and refinement. The nose is precise and expressive, opening with notes of citrus blossom and vibrant peach, lifted by a delicate saline touch. On the palate, the texture is lively and fresh, unfolding bright flavoursof grapefruit, lemon cream and crisp melon, enriched by hints of almond and a subtle whisper of vanilla‑spiced notes. Harmonious and concentrated, the wine seduces with its fine complexity and extends into a creamy, persistent finish, leaving a lasting impression of elegance.
