Le Riche is a family run estate founded by Etienne Le Riche in 1996. Situated close to the historic town of Stellenbosch, the winery is perched on the slopes of the Heldeberg Mountain and surrounded by the majestic Hottentots Holland Mountain range.
With the same elegance and lightness of touch that runs through the Le Riche range, this is small hands-off production at its best. These wines are elegant and classy with fine grained tannins and subtle oak integration. With most of their wines sold domestically, it’s a rare treat to find these wines on UK soils.
Hand selected grapes were delicately pressed as whole bunches and fermented with wild yeasts. A mixture of ceramic pots and oak barrels were used throughout the ferment and malolactic fermentation. After fermentation, the wine was allowed to age on its gross lees for 11 months before bottling.
Le Riche Chardonnay wine has a light golden hue. Delicate aromas of peach blossom and stone fruit are complemented by a lemony freshness. A crisp entry is followed by stone fruit flavours and balanced with a light butterscotch creaminess on the palate. A flinty edge complements the vibrant acidity. A well-rounded, appetising wine showcasing a long, yet refined finish. Wonderful with roasted belly pork, grilled chicken, creamy pasta dishes... even sushi.
Please note all case wines can take between 7-10 days for delivery.
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch
Grapes: Chardonnay 100%
ABV: 13.5%
Volume: 6 x 75cl
Vintage: 2023
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes
Suitable for Vegans: Yes
