You want a white that's got some shoulders but still goes down easy? This is it. Zonnebloem Chardonnay opens with bright citrus and ripe white peach, then a soft creamy texture rolls in from a gentle kiss of oak. It's dry, it's balanced, and it slides onto the table next to grilled fish or a creamy pasta without making a fuss. Grab it for tonight. We'll get it to you fast.
First sniff is all citrus: lemon, lime, a little tangerine zest. Behind that sits ripe white peach and a hint of orange. Take a sip and the texture is the surprise. It's creamy and rounded rather than sharp, thanks to a light touch of oak that adds a whisper of vanilla. It finishes clean and zesty with a flinty, mineral edge that keeps it fresh. Dry, mid-weight, properly food-friendly.
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Zonnebloem is one of South Africa's old Stellenbosch names, and the fruit for this Chardonnay comes from low-yielding vineyards around the area: Jonkershoek, Stellenbosch Kloof, Koelenhof and Helderberg. Each parcel is fermented separately, most of the juice picking up gentle oak character while the rest stays in stainless steel for freshness, then it rests on the lees for around seven months to build that creamy texture. Nice detail: the Zonnebloem winemaking team is all women, led by their cellar master in Stellenbosch.
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- What is the price of Zonnebloem Chardonnay 2019 75cl?
Zonnebloem Chardonnay 2019 75cl is KSh 2,379 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Zonnebloem Chardonnay 2019 75cl taste like?
Citrus and ripe white peach on the nose, then a creamy, lightly oaked palate with a touch of vanilla. It's dry and finishes clean and zesty with a flinty, mineral edge.
- What is the ABV of Zonnebloem Chardonnay?
It's 12.5% alcohol by volume, in a standard 750ml bottle.
- Is Zonnebloem Chardonnay sweet or dry?
It's dry. There's ripe fruit so it tastes generous, but there's no real sweetness, just balanced citrus and stone fruit.
- How do I serve Zonnebloem Chardonnay?
Serve it well chilled, around 8 to 10C, in a white wine glass. Drink it on its own or with food, no mixing required.
- What food pairs with Zonnebloem Chardonnay?
Light meat, fish and pasta are the sweet spot. Think grilled fish, creamy chicken pasta, prawns, roast chicken or a fresh salad.
- Where is Zonnebloem Chardonnay from?
From Stellenbosch in South Africa, made with fruit from vineyards around Jonkershoek, Stellenbosch Kloof, Koelenhof and Helderberg.
Zonnebloem Chardonnay 2019 75cl
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Zonnebloem Chardonnay 2019 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Zonnebloem Chardonnay 2019 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 2,379. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.