Julien Schaal ‘Mountain Vineyards’ Chardonnay – Elgin, South Africa
Crafted by French winemaker Julien Schaal - who splits his time between Alsace and the Cape - Mountain Vineyards Chardonnay is a beautifully fresh, finely etched expression of cool-climate South Africa. Sourced from high-altitude vines in the Elgin Valley, it delivers purity, precision, and a restrained elegance that nods subtly toward Burgundy.
The nose opens with bright citrus, green apple, and white peach, layered with delicate floral notes and a touch of flinty minerality. On the palate, it’s sleek and refreshing: medium-bodied with lively acidity, clean orchard-fruit flavours, and a subtle creaminess from gentle lees contact. The finish is long, mineral, and quietly sophisticated—exactly what you expect from Elgin’s cool slopes.
Grape variety: Chardonnay
Style: Crisp, mineral, cool-climate South African white
Drink window: Now–2028
Perfect for: Grilled fish, sushi, roast chicken, salads, creamy pastas, or simply a refined weeknight white
A bright, elegant Chardonnay that brings French finesse to South Africa’s mountain vineyards.
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