Daylight Wine & Spirits The Marlborist Chardonnay 2023 vs Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2023
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £18.99 | £18.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | — | Klein Constantia |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Chardonnay | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Daylight Wine & Spirits The Marlborist Chardonnay 2023
Daylight Wine & Spirits The Marlborist Chardonnay is a vibrant, finely crafted expression of Marlborough ’s cool‑climate terroir. Sourced from select hillside and river‑valley parcels, the fruit benefits from long sunshine hours, crisp nights and mineral‑rich soils that naturally enhance freshness and aromatic clarity. Hand‑picked and whole‑bunch pressed, the juice ferments with a mix of wild and cultured yeasts before ageing in French oak and stainless steel, creating a Chardonnay that balances purity with subtle complexity. Why You’ll Love It This is modern Marlborough Chardonnay at its best which is bright, textural and beautifully poised. The Marlborist captures the region’s signature energy while offering layers of refinement, making it ideal for those who enjoy Chardonnay with both freshness and depth. Meet the Producer Daylight Wine & Spirits is a small, quality‑focused producer dedicated to showcasing the character of New Zealand ’s most expressive vineyard sites. Working closely with growers who prioritise sustainable farming, they craft wines that highlight place, precision and purity. Production Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, then gently whole‑bunch pressed to preserve delicacy. Fermentation takes place in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless‑steel tanks, allowing both texture and brightness to develop. Lees ageing adds subtle richness while maintaining a clean, mineral‑driven profile. Tasting Notes Aromas of white peach, citrus zest and nectarine mingle with hints of toasted almond and delicate spice. The palate is fresh and finely textured, offering stone fruit, lemon curd and a touch of flint. A lively line of acidity carries the wine to a long, elegant, gently creamy finish. Perfect Pairings Excellent with roast chicken, grilled prawns, creamy pasta, seared fish, risotto or soft cheeses. Its balance of richness and freshness makes it versatile across a wide range of dishes. Grape Variety 100% Chardonnay
Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc is a benchmark example of this variety from South Africa's celebrated Constantia Valley. Benefiting from the region's cool climate, maritime influence, and granitic soils, this wine showcases freshness, purity, and expressive fruit character with crisp acidity and a refreshing, lingering finish. Why You'll Love It This is Constantia Valley Sauvignon Blanc at its finest—crisp, vibrant, and beautifully expressive with exceptional purity. Founded in 1685, Klein Constantia is one of South Africa's most historic and prestigious wine estates, set between the slopes of Table Mountain and the False Bay coast. Internationally acclaimed for its wines, particularly the iconic sweet wine Vin de Constance, Klein Constantia's Sauvignon Blanc has also built a reputation for quality and precision. The cool climate, maritime influence, and decomposed granite soils create ideal conditions for world-class Sauvignon Blanc. Vineyard & Production Sourced from carefully selected Sauvignon Blanc vines grown on decomposed granite soils in the Constantia Valley, benefiting from cool climate and maritime influence. Grapes were harvested by hand in the cool of the morning, gently pressed, and fermented at controlled temperatures in stainless steel to preserve aromatics. A portion was aged on fine lees for added texture and complexity. Tasting Notes Bright and pale in colour with aromas of citrus, passionfruit, and elderflower, layered with subtle saline and mineral undertones. The palate is crisp and vibrant with lively acidity carrying flavours of lime zest, green apple, and tropical fruit to a refreshing, lingering finish. Perfect Pairings Perfect as an aperitif or paired with oysters, sushi, grilled fish, goat cheese, or fresh summer salads. Also excellent with shellfish, Asian cuisine, or light seafood dishes. Best served well chilled at 8–10°C. Grape Variety 100% Sauvignon Blanc
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