Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts and Wine
Online-Only Auction, 4 - 16 March 2020
Wine
About this Item
Paul Cluver estate reflects the uniqueness of the cool-climate Elgin terroir. Established in 1896, Dr Paul Cluver IV pioneered the Elgin wine region and today it is a family affair. Andries Burger is married to Paul’s daughter and has been winemaker for two decades.
Paul Cluver estate reflects the uniqueness of the cool-climate Elgin terroir. Established in 1896, Dr Paul Cluver IV pioneered the Elgin wine region and today it is a family affair. Andries Burger is married to Paul’s daughter and has been the well decorated cellarmaster here for two decades.
This was the maiden release of the much anticipated Seven Flags Chardonnay, instantly joining its established sibling Pinot amongst South Africa's wine elite and hitting the mark with a Platter 5* on debut. Only 360 cases produced.
Critics Ratings
'Winemaker's true expression of terroir, both barrel and site selected. Buttered almond cake, clementine and lemon blossom fragrance on natural ferment 14, 25% in new oak. Great depth, volume of fruit & oak flavours yet delicate and understated.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2016, 5*
'This is the first release of Seven Flags Chardonnay, taken from the oldest Chardonnay block on the farm. Wild yeast fermentation, partial malolactic, well integrated oak, minerality, texture and bright acidity: it’s a very promising début. Drink: 2015-21' - Tim Atkin SA Wine Report 2015, 94/100
Provenance
Wine Cellar Private Client
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