Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2023 vs Regnard Grand Regnard Chablis
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| Availability | In stock | Out of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £43.49 | — |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | — |
| Producer | Hamilton Russell | Domaines de Ladoucette |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Chardonnay | Chardonnay |
| Region | — | Burgundy |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
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
Regnard Grand Regnard Chablis
Regnard Grand Regnard Chablis is a benchmark expression of the appellation at its most precise and mineral-driven, crafted by Maison Regnard — one of Chablis' oldest and most respected négociants. Drawn from 30-year-old vines rooted in the celebrated clay-limestone soils of Chablis, this is a Chardonnay of real distinction: pure, focused and built to impress. Why You'll Love It This is Chablis at its finest — crisp, mineral and effortlessly elegant. Maison Regnard's philosophy is to let the terroir speak, selecting fruit from exceptional Chablis vineyards to produce a wine that consistently delivers outstanding quality and finesse. The result is a Chardonnay that punches well above its price point, offering the classic saline, stony character that makes Chablis one of the world's most distinctive white wine appellations. Vineyard & Production Sourced from 30-year-old vines planted in the clay-limestone soils that define the Chablis terroir. Maison Regnard combines traditional winemaking philosophy with considered modern technique, vinifying in stainless steel to preserve the wine's natural freshness, purity and mineral precision. Tasting Notes Pale straw-yellow in the glass with luminous green highlights. The nose is clean and expressive, offering white-fleshed fruits — apple, pear and quince — alongside citrus blossom and a delicate floral lift. On the palate, the wine is round and generously textured, with flavours of ripe lemon, orchard fruit and a subtle creaminess. A taut mineral backbone of flint and wet stone runs through to a long, saline finish underpinned by bright, refreshing acidity. Perfect Pairings A natural partner for seafood — grilled lobster, scallops, oysters and turbot all excel. Equally at home alongside white meats in cream sauces, fresh goat's cheese and light summer salads. Grape Variety 100% Chardonnay
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