Rustenberg, Chardonnay, 2024 Bottle or case?:1 X75CL finely etched palate

finely etched palate

developing layer upon layer of complexity as Christmas cake richness gives way to leather

quality and consistency have climbed steadily

Gilles Pauquet (also consultant to Chateau Cheval Blanc

30 Wandsworth Road

Rustenberg, Chardonnay, 2024 Bottle or case?:1 X75CL finely etched palateRustenberg's 2024 Chardonnay comes from one of Stellenbosch's most historic estates, where Burgundian restraint meets South African sunshine. This isn't the oaked blockbuster you might expect from the Cape, but rather a wine that puts fruit and freshness first. We taste bright citrus and green apple backed by just enough oak to add texture without overwhelming. The acidity keeps everything lively, while subtle mineral notes speak to the estate's