Eikendal Infused by Earth Chardonnay 2016

Two new ultra-premium wines from Eikendal have been released, a Chardonnay 2016 and a Cabernet Franc 2015 under the Infused by Earth label. Tasting notes and ratings as follows:

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Eikendal Infused by Earth Chardonnay 2016
Price: R485
Grapes from a bushvine vineyard planted on granite in 2010, one hectare in size and a particularly wind affected. Matured for 16 months, 60% in untoasted oak and 40% in granite pots. Top notes of blossom and fynbos before citrus and white peach plus a little yeasty complexity. Relativley light and fresh with pure fruit and lively acidity. Elegant and understated (alcohol: 13%).

Prescient Chardonnay Report rating: 91/100.

Eikendal Infused by Earth Cabernet Franc 2015
Price: R585
Matured in 500-litre barrels, 15% new. Red and black fruit, some floral fragrance and spice. Good depth of fruit on the palate – sweet, smooth textured and intensely flavoured. A slight earthy quality to the finish. Alcohol: 14.5%.

Editor’s rating: 90/100.

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