Ataraxia Earthborn Chardonnay is an exquisite South African wine, exuding subtle elegance and graceful poise. It boasts a vibrant, luminescent colour, mirroring the sunlit Chardonnay grapes from which it is crafted. The bouquet is complex, presenting alluring notes of citrus, white peach, and toast. On the palate, it reveals a delicate interplay of rich, creamy texture and subtle minerality, with a balanced acidity and enduring finish. Its masterful crafting in cool-climate vineyards adds layers of sophistication to its profile. Ideal for any sophisticated occasion, Ataraxia Earthborn Chardonnay is a transcendent expression of terroir-driven winemaking.

Tasting Notes

Bright yellow straw in appearance. White flowers and vanilla cream on the nose, with neatly integrated toasty oak characters. This Chardonnay has been known to top the charts in many South African Chardonnay tastings, and rightly so with its chiselled, focused style. It manages to be both subtle and intense, with hints of sun-warmed tropical fruits, gentle peach and vanilla. The wine has a fresh palate on entry with crisp acidity and subtle tropical notes.

About the Winery

Nestled in the serene Hemel-en-Aarde Valley of South Africa, Ataraxia winery is an embodiment of tranquillity and respite. Flaunting panoramic views of verdant expanse and enveloped within a panorama of breath-taking beauty, the winery encapsulates the essence of its moniker 'Ataraxia' – symbolising serene calmness and tranquillity.

Commanding the untouched natural landscapes, Ataraxia winery is perched atop a sky-clad hill and spread over 127 hectares of picturesque vineyards. Kevin Grant, one of South Africa's most respected winemakers, embarked on this venture in 2004 crafting wines of unrivalled quality that vehemently express their strong sense of place.

Ataraxia is renowned for its meticulous and sustainable viticulture, alongside an artistic, minimal intervention approach in their winemaking philosophy. The winery specializes in three masterfully created varieties - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Sauvignon Blanc, each wine teeming with the attributes of the unique terroirs and displaying classic varietal personality.

Visitors are welcomed at their rustically elegant tasting lounge, known as 'The Wine Lounge'. Here, they can savour Ataraxia's noteworthy wines, whilst indulging in the surreal view which lay before their eyes; endless vineyards that seamlessly meet the horizon. Elegant artworks by local artists grace the lounge interiors, reflecting the artistic flair in every nuance of winemaking the winery embodies.

Above alll, Ataraxia represents serenity, authentic craftsmanship and a profound respect for nature, Truth be told, a visit to Ataraxia winery is not just about tasting exquisite wines but is an experience of calm, beauty, and soulful indulgence. With every sip of their elegant wines, you are not just tasting the fruit and the terroir but also, the passion and dedication behind crafting each bottle. Ataraxia connects you to the earth, to the sun, and to the ceaseless dance of the season that bring forth the divine nectar.

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