Nine Yards Chardonnay Reserve

This Chardonnay pairs well with poached veal accompanied by béarnaise sauce or butternut ravioli served with mushroom sauce and truffle oil.

Gary and Kathy Jordan have been making world-class wines at this top wine estate since 1993 on a farm with a history going back over 300 years. Together this husband and wife team is a phenomenon. Gary’s parents Ted and Sheelagh bought the 164 hectare Stellenbosch property in 1982 and embarked on an extensive replanting programme specialising in classic varieties suited to the different soils and slopes. Unique by nature’s design the Jordan slopes face North South East and West with vineyards lying at differing altitudes from 160 to 410 meters above sea level. The vineyards benefit from their close proximity to both the Indian and Atlantic Oceans and enjoy a mild Mediterranean climate with a maritime influence. The Jordan philosophy combines the vineyards’ natural assets with innovative management creating a profound expression of terroir. Jordan Wine Estate – the perfect Synergy between Soul and Soil.

The grapes are sourced from east-facing vineyards situated 250 to 280 meters above sea level in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The vines, aged 32 years, are planted in decomposed granite soils (Hutton and Glenrosa soil forms), contributing to the wine's unique terroir expression.

The wine is matured "sur lie" for 9 months, with regular barrel-rolling to accentuate its rich, leesy character.

After de-stemming, the grapes are crushed and pressed immediately. The juice undergoes barrel fermentation in traditional 228-liter French oak barrels (77% new and 23% second-fill) from selected Burgundian cooperages, including Damy, Chassin, and Rousseau. A selection of French yeast is used for inoculation, with a percentage of the wine undergoing natural fermentation.