De Wetshof Chardonnay Lesca – South Africa

Tasting notes: the soils’ limestone and clay components help the vines to develop strong citrus flavours with a pronounced nuttiness on the mid-palate which leads through to a clean finish with zesty citrus notes. Ageing potential the wine matures beautifully the years adding dimension and complexity. Maturation potential: 3 – 5 years food suggestions: enjoy with leg of lamb grilled or barbecued meat such as lamb chops and sausages as well as seafood and grilled fish. In the vineyard origin wine of origin robertson de wetshof estate south africa. Climate the robertson valley is characterised by cold winters and sunny summers with an average annual rainfall of 350 – 400mm. In summer a fresh southerly breeze has a cooling effect on the vineyards allowing the grapes to ripen evenly and in perfect balance. The dry climate and the bracing breeze keeps pests to a minimum resulting in sparse spraying programmes. Irrigation: controlled computerised irrigation systems including the