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Springfield Wild Yeast Chardonnay 2023

Product information "Springfield Wild Yeast Chardonnay 2023"
As its name suggests, the Springfield Wild Yeast Chardonnay is the result of spontaneous fermentation. However, this risk paid off, as the white wine is incredibly expressive and delights the connoisseur with fresh citrus flavours and notes of fruity pineapple. Nuances of vanilla and a beautiful minerality make the flavour experience of the white wine perfect. The Springfield Wild Yeast Chardonnay is best enjoyed with fish, seafood or poultry dishes.

Awards

Jg. 2023
Tim Atkin 90 Points
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Vintage
2023
Winery
Springfield Estate
Grape Variety
Chardonnay
Grape Composition
Sauvignon Blanc (58%), Sémillon (24%), Pinot Gris (18%)
Bottle Top
Cork
Origin
South Africa
Appellation
Robertson
Price
€14.85*
Price/Liter
€19.80*
Filling Quantity
0,75 l
Alcohol Strength
13 % Vol.
Acidity
8,41 g/l
Residual Sugar
2,4 g/l
In the Cellar
Spontaneous fermentation in cement tanks.
Serve at
8-10 °C
Best Before
2027
Allergen
Contains Sulphite
Producer
Springfield Estate, R317 Bonnievale Road, Robertson, 6705 South Africa
Importer
CAPREO GmbH- Gildeweg 10- 46562 Voerde- Germany
Food Business Operator
CAPREO GmbH, Gildeweg 10, 46562 Voerde, Germany

Springfield – family winery with a long tradition

In the heart of the Robertson Valley, Huguenots who had fled France once arrived in South Africa with a bundle of vines from the Loire under their arm – centuries later, their descendants are still growing vines there: The Springfield estate has been owned by the Bruwer family since the end of the 19th century. True to the motto "Made on Honour", the fourth-generation siblings Abrie and Jeanette use traditional methods to create wines that reflect their terroir.

Springfield – complex wines with different styles

Making wine as naturally as possible – that is the philosophy at Springfield. "Good wine is grown, not made" is the opinion of the team, which prefers to intervene in the vineyard rather than in the cellar. Therefore, each grape variety is planted in the best location for it to provide the best possible conditions. The vineyard has many different soil types, some areas are very impermeable and rocky and consist mostly of quartz rock. There are also limy soils and sandy loam soils – these differences allow for the production of complex wines with different styles.

Springfield – wine enjoyment with a magnificent view

"Back to the roots" is also the motto in the wine cellar. Most wines are fermented with natural, wild yeast found on the grape skins, for example – a long and unpredictable process that cannot be controlled. In the red wine cellar there is no press, the grapes are fermented whole. The result of the minimalist interventions in the production process are fruity white wines from grape varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon or Chardonnay as well as rich and multi-layered red wines, here the focus is on Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The flagship wine is the Méthode Ancienne Cabernet Sauvignon, which is incredibly complex. Something very special is the red wine blend called Thunderchild. The grapes for this wine come from a vineyard located on the grounds of an orphanage. The proceeds of the Thunderchild go to the children of this orphanage. Visitors to Springfield can taste the wonderful wines in the Tasting Room – with a beautiful view of the lake.