Lowerland Vaalkameel Colombard 2023 is a unique white wine. It challenges what you know about the Colombard grape. This complex wine is from the remote Northern Cape. It shows the power of natural winemaking and has a special terroir.
Tasting Notes
You’ll find prominent minerality on the nose. It also has buttery hints. These open to fresh kiwi and quince. The palate is full and long. It has high acidity. You’ll find salinity and crisp stone fruit flavors. Then, dried pear and salted caramel follow on the finish. Extended lees contact gives the wine a waxy texture and creamy edge. This adds a beautiful dimension to its character.
Vintage and Winemaking
Winemakers pressed the 2023 grapes. They settled overnight. Natural fermentation happened in 4th-fill French oak barrels. The wine aged on its lees for nine months. Winemakers used no finings or enzymes. They produced only 3,211 bottles. Drink it now or cellar it for 2 to 7 years.
Food Pairing
This wine pairs with rich dishes. Try it with roast chicken, mushroom risotto, or fresh abalone. It also works well with soft cheeses, seafood, and vegetables.