South African & International Fine Wine

Live Auction, 14 September 2019

Session Two

Sold for

ZAR 3 414
Lot 322
  • Newton Johnson; Family Vineyards Chardonnay; 2012; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 4 000 - 6 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 3 414

About this Item

Family Vineyards Chardonnay, 2012
6 (1 x 6) 750ml

Based in the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, it is a family affair at Newton Johnson. Started by Cape Wine Master, Dave and his wife, Felicity, sons Bevan and Gordon took over the reins in the mid-2000s, joined today by Gordon’s wife Nadia. Today Newton Johnson is world-famous for their fine Chardonnays and Pinot Noir. Along with multiple accolades, the Pinot Noir has one of the longest consecutive Platter 5 Stars in history.

Critics Ratings

’2012 more restrained & youthfully complex than Southend version. Supple, silky charm bound up with a quiet, limy intensity & a quickening acidity. Oaking modest (just 25% new) & unobtrusive – as is the 12.9% alcohol. Assertive in only the most subtle way! Improves on 11 & tough-vintage 10 .’ – Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2014, 5*

The 2012 Family Vineyards Chardonnay comes from the estate’s vines located just below the Pinot Noir vines. Raised in around 30% new oak from two small Burgundy coopers, it has a lovely nougat and hazelnut-tinged bouquet, the fruit neatly entwined with the oak. The palate is well balanced with crisp acidity, quite effervescent with touches of orange zest, white peach and apricot, hints of lemon curd and white chocolate coming towards the finish. This is even better than when I tasted it last year - superb.’ Neal Martin 92/100, Wine Advocate (2014)

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