Vergelegen Reserve Chardonnay

This barrel-fermented Chardonnay was crafted from grapes grown on ancient granite soils. The wine unveils a lemony, yellow-green hue and the character weaves together notes of zesty citrus, spice, delicate citrus blossoms and a hint of buttered toast.

AWARDS

Platter’s South African Wine Guide (2025): 5 Stars (94+ points).
Tim Atkin South Africa Special Report (2024): 93 Points.
International Wine Challenge (IWC): Gold Medal & 95 Points.
Decanter World Wine Awards: 90 Points.

R335,00

Alcohol
13.5%

Region
Somerset West, South Africa

Variety
Chardonnay

More Information - Vergelegen Reserve Chardonnay

A complex, barrel-fermented white wine from Stellenbosch, showing a yellow-green hue with aromas of zesty citrus, spice, lime blossom, and buttered toast, plus notes of white peach and roasted nuts, with a full, creamy palate balanced by acidity and minerality.

Back Story & Wine Information

The first vines were planted at Vergelegen in 1700 by founder Willem Adriaan van der Stel and included varieties such as ‘Steendruif’ (Chenin Blanc) and Muscat de Frontignan. Vineyards also flourished under the Theunissen family’s tenure between 1798 and 1899. In the 20th century there were sporadic plantings by various owners, the last of these vines were removed in 1962. The soils of Vergelegen lay fallow until 1987 when the Estate was purchased by Anglo American. The climate at Vergelegen is mild due to its close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean at False Bay some six kilometres away which places the farm within the lower Region 3 according to the ‘degree days’ temperature classification. Vineyard sites range in altitude between 140m and 310m above sea level, with slopes facing north to north-west, and south to south-east.