Hamilton Russell Vineyards

Hemel-en-Aarde Valley Chardonnay

9.036 ratings
9.18 pro ratings
Cape Point, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Ian Blackburn

I got to visit with Anthony about 10 years ago - the brand continues to pick up considerable steam as I predicted....this is no exception. A balance of old world charm & tension,with new world richness - don't miss an opportunity to grab a few bottles

I got to visit with Anthony about 10 years ago - the brand continues to pick up considerable steam as I predicted....this is no exception. A balance of old world charm & tension,with new world richness - don't miss an opportunity to grab a few bottles

1 person found it helpfulNov 12th, 2015
Sipping Fine Wine

An attractive light yellow color with stone and citrus fruits, clean with just the slight notes of spice. On the palate peach, pear and key lime flavors, generous minerality and light oak. The medium finish is creamy with a nutty character with a good mouthfeel.

An attractive light yellow color with stone and citrus fruits, clean with just the slight notes of spice. On the palate peach, pear and key lime flavors, generous minerality and light oak. The medium finish is creamy with a nutty character with a good mouthfeel.

Jul 19th, 2016
Perry Riddle

Excellent balance

Excellent balance

Dec 9th, 2015
Matt Ryan

Acidity is a little high on this one. Very vibrant right now.

Acidity is a little high on this one. Very vibrant right now.

Aug 2nd, 2015
Sam Coturri

Winery Sixteen 600, Enterprise Vineyards and the Moon Mountain District

8.9

One of my first forays into South Africa. Really good Chardonnay. Good fruit. Nice structure. Not overbearing.

One of my first forays into South Africa. Really good Chardonnay. Good fruit. Nice structure. Not overbearing.

Feb 1st, 2015
Sylvain Rhainds

2014

Jul 6th, 2019
Sylvain Rhainds

2014. Jeune mais superbe

2014. Jeune mais superbe

Aug 11th, 2016
John Kartunen

Lots of toasty vanilla here, better with a little more aging

Lots of toasty vanilla here, better with a little more aging

Jun 12th, 2016
Andrew Saltarella

Has great texture and ripe fruit. Racy acidity on the finish.

Has great texture and ripe fruit. Racy acidity on the finish.

Feb 11th, 2016
Isa Carlsson

Friskt
249kr

Friskt
249kr

Jan 14th, 2016