Foundation StoneChardonnay 2025
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Foundation StoneChardonnay 2025
Size75cl
Vintage2025
ABV12%
CountrySouth Africa
RegionCoastal Region
Main GrapeChardonnay (100%)
ExpressionWhite, Round and Fruity

Tasting note

Aromas of ripe stone fruit, white peach, and citrus peel are complemented by subtle smoky flint and well-integrated oak. The palate is rich and layered, with a creamy texture balanced by fresh acidity. Notes of citrus and gentle spice carry through to a refined, elegant finish.

Viticulture

This Chardonnay is sourced from vineyards in Franschhoek and Elgin. Elgin’s cool, elevated sites bring freshness and precision, while Franschhoek adds weight and ripe stone fruit. Diurnal shifts and careful canopy management ensure balanced acidity and excellent phenolic ripeness.

Vinification

Sourced from premium vineyards in Franschhoek and Elgin, half the fruit was destemmed and crushed, the rest whole-bunch pressed. After settling, fermentation began in stainless steel to 18° Balling, then moved to Austrian foudres and 500L French oak, where fermentation and maturation built complexity and texture.

ClosureAgglomerate Cork
Suitable for
Vegans
Vegetarians
Grape Varieties
Chardonnay100%
pH3.27
Total Acidity5.92g/l Tartaric
Residual Sugar1.74g/l
Allergens
Sulphur
SKU CodeM8196125