Bourgogne Blanc, Jane Eyre 2020 vs Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2023
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2023 currently starts £0.11 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £43.60 | £43.49 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Jane Eyre | Hamilton Russell |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Chardonnay | Chardonnay |
| Region | Bourgogne | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Bourgogne Blanc, Jane Eyre 2020
"Our first (Burgundy) white from Jane, hailing from parcels in Meursault and Puligny Montrachet. Zesty and slightly smoky, with grapefruit and green and red apples. A chalky drive, with real verve from initial saline, citrus attack to intense, lively core right down to the crunchy finish. All about energy rather than mass." Tom Harrow, Head Wine Guru Last year we visited Jane in her former shared premises in Bligny, but 2021 has rung in the changes. As well as being awarded a second star by La Revue du Vin de France (a sort of Michelin equivalent for winemakers) and then winning their coveted ‘winemaker of the year’ (first woman and first foreigner to do so), Jane has now moved operations to new premises across and along from Volnay in Cissey.
Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2023
Hamilton Russell Chardonnay is a beautifully poised and Burgundian‑styled South African white wine crafted from low‑yielding vines grown on the cool, maritime slopes of the Hemel‑en‑Aarde Valley. The estate’s clay‑rich, stony soils and close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean create ideal conditions for slow, even ripening, resulting in Chardonnay of remarkable tension, purity and depth. Fermented and matured in carefully selected oak barrels, the wine combines precision with understated richness, offering a refined, terroir‑driven expression that has earned Hamilton Russell global acclaim. Meet the Producer Hamilton Russell Vineyards, founded in 1975, is one of South Africa’s most respected and pioneering estates. Under the stewardship of the Hamilton Russell family, the winery has become synonymous with world‑class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, produced with a philosophy centred on minimal intervention, site expression and meticulous craftsmanship. Their wines are celebrated for their elegance, restraint and unmistakable sense of place. Production Grapes are hand‑picked at optimal ripeness and sorted with great care before whole‑bunch pressing. Fermentation takes place in a combination of French oak barrels, with a portion undergoing wild yeast fermentation to enhance complexity. The wine is aged on its lees with gentle bâtonnage, building texture and subtle creaminess while preserving its natural freshness and mineral precision. This thoughtful approach results in a Chardonnay of exceptional balance, finesse and longevity. Tasting Notes Pale gold in colour, the wine opens with aromas of citrus blossom, lemon curd, white peach and hints of hazelnut and flint. The palate is elegant and tightly focused, offering layers of citrus, stone fruit and delicate oak spice supported by a fine mineral backbone. Bright acidity and subtle savoury notes lead to a long, refined finish with lingering freshness and complexity. Food Match Perfect with roast chicken, seared scallops, cream
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