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The valley, situated in Stellenbosch, benefits from a unique microclimate characterized by cool temperatures, thanks to its elevation, ocean breezes, and encircling mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOldenburg Vineyards offers three distinct ranges: the prestigious Rondekop line, epitomizing the property's terroir; the Oldenburg Vineyards series, showcasing exceptional single varietals; and the CL range, named for its cooler microclimate compared to that of Stellenbosch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested from cooler climate vineyards with 40-year-old vines, the Chenin grapes were hand-sorted and pressed using a gentle Champagne cycle. After settling overnight, the juice underwent spontaneous fermentation in Austrian oak Foudre and older fill 300L French oak barrels, lasting 10 months. 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The valley, situated in Stellenbosch, benefits from a unique microclimate characterized by cool temperatures, thanks to its elevation, ocean breezes, and encircling mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Chardonnay grapes were picked by hand in the early hours of the morning from cool  climate vineyards. Bunches were sorted by hand and whole bunch pressed in a pneumatic press on a gentle Champagne cycle. The juice was settled  overnight and then racked to 228L French oak barrels for spontaneous fermentation. Wild yeast was used to ferment this wine. Partial Malolactic conversion was done on some of the batches. 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Unlike earlier vintages deliberately planted with leafroll virus for characteristic \"greenness,\" this magnum bottle contains the perfect marriage of healthy vines and André's seasoned craftsmanship. As one of the last UK-available vintages under his stewardship, with no 750ml bottles expected in the UK market, this rare magnum offers an exclusive opportunity to own a piece of South African winemaking history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vergelegen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55133810917752,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/files\/220D3AF1-F437-4D43-A96D-7D30B632FAAD.jpg?v=1751624125"},{"product_id":"2023-oldenburg-vineyards-una-v-chardonnay-stellenbosch","title":"2023 Oldenburg Vineyards UNA V Chardonnay Stellenbosch","description":"\u003cp\u003eNic van Aarde the masterful winemaker at Oldenburg came and did a tasting for us recently and during the evening reference was made to a new Chardonnay in the Rondekop premium range called UNA V. 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