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Notes of: Butter

Notes of: Pear

Notes of: Peach

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Chalk

Notes of: Lemon

Lismore

Lismore Reserve Chardonnay

South Africa, Overberg

White wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.3

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Lismore Reserve Chardonnay is a premium white wine that captures the essence of the cool-climate terroir of South Africa's Western Cape. Crafted by the renowned Lismore Estate, known for its exceptional quality wines, this Chardonnay is sourced from select vineyards in the Greyton appellation. The vineyards are characterized by high elevation, ancient soils, and cool ocean breezes, resulting in grapes with exceptional purity and freshness. The winemaking process involves hand-harvesting, gentle pressing, and fermentation in French oak barrels, followed by extended aging on lees. The wine displays a refined and elegant style with flavors of ripe citrus, stone fruits, and vanilla, balanced by crisp acidity and a long, mineral-driven finish. Lismore Reserve Chardonnay is a testament to the producer's commitment to crafting world-class Chardonnay from this unique terroir.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Lismore Reserve Chardonnay is an elegant, balanced, and full-bodied white wine from the Marlborough region of New Zealand.On the nose, it offers delightful aromas of citrus, pear, and tropical fruits. On the palate, it features flavors of ripe apples, honey, and hints of oak with a smooth, creamy finish. The wine is well-structured with a pleasant acidity and a lingering aftertaste. Enjoy this wine with fish, poultry, or light pasta dishes.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2046

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Lismore

Region: Overberg

The Overberg wine region, located east of Cape Town in South Africa's Western Cape, is a relatively young but exciting player in the country's wine scene. Most vineyards were planted in the 1990s and 2000s, taking advantage of the region's cool climate and proximity to the ocean, particularly the influence of Walker Bay. This cool climate creates ideal conditions for growing certain grape varieties, with sub-regions like Hemel-en-Aarde Valley flourishing with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and Elgin excelling in Sauvignon Blanc. Overberg is gaining recognition for its high-quality wines, with some receiving national and international acclaim. The region also holds potential for wine tourism development, offering visitors scenic beauty, unique cellar door experiences, and the chance to discover South Africa's up-and-coming wine country.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.3

0 Review