Timepiece Chardonnay

Perfect with buttery baby kingklip or seafood pasta.

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.

0The distinct ravine which embodies Stellenbosch Kloof harnesses all the qualities of a well-orientated compass. Varying elevation and aspects allows us to grow a selection of classic varieties and aspects allows us to grow a selection of classic varieties to specific sites that optimise this expression through their location. The cooler south-facing aspect, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties, as seen in our Timepiece Chardonnay. The grapes were harvested at optimal ripeness on the 27th of February 2023 at approximately 21.8°B.

The wine was matured "sur-lie" for 8 months with occasional "barrel rolling" to add richness to the palate.

The juice was fermented in a combination of oak barrels and concrete egg. 70% of the juice was barrel-fermented in 228L 1st & 2nd third fill French oak barrels and 30% in 600L concrete egg Malolactic fermentation took place in both concrete egg and barrel.