Shannon Vineyards Oscar Browne Chardonnay, a South African gem, shows an enticing bouquet of apricot, citrus, and vanilla. A well-balanced, full-bodied wine, it blooms on the tongue with harmonious flavours of ripe pear, lime zest, subtle oak, and a hint of creaminess. It boasts of a graceful, sustained finish, heightened by an attractive minerality. This Chardonnay, with its great complexity and finesse, truly stands testament to the ideal terroirs of Elgin Valley. Perfectly paired with creamy dishes or seafood, this elegant wine is a worthy addition to one's collection.

Tasting Notes

A range of flavours are expressed from vibrant floral, saline, citrus/tangerine and white peach with a riverstone mineral edge. Each clone is vinified and matured separately to enhance its individuality, before combining in the final blend

About the Winery

Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Elgin Valley in South Africa, Shannon Vineyards is a charming vineyard known for its premium wines. Gracing a picturesque landscape and a climatic similarity to Bordeaux, France, Shannon Vineyards represents nature's bounty in the most splendid style.

Established in 2000, by James and Stuart Downes, this winery is noted for its refined wine-making techniques, focused on creating wines that speak of their impeccable heritage and vintage styles. The vineyard is spread across a lush area of 8.3 hectares, where grapes are planted carefully considering the unique combination of soil, weather and sun orientation.

Being an impressive medley of diverse soil types, the vineyard is tailored to produce grapes for exclusive wine styles. From rich, mineral-laden soils to limestone-based terrain, Shannon Vineyards enjoys the privilege of nurturing distinct grape varieties. The estate is celebrated for its merit-worthy, cool-climate wines such as the Mount Bullet Merlot, Rockview Ridge Pinot Noir, and The Ridge Sauvignon Blanc. Each variety carries its own story of meticulous craftsmanship and a patient wait.

The dedicated team-led winemaking process ensures the highest standards for each bottle, resulting in the creation of wines that are expressive of their terroir and varietal characters. The winemaking process is conducted in a state-of-the-art cellar, where the marriage of traditional practice and modern technology adds value to each stage.

The passion for winemaking is palpable in every sip you take from a glass of Shannon Vineyards' elegant, finely balanced wines. The wine estate welcomes wine-lovers to their cosy tasting room that offers panoramic views of the estate, live music and delightful gastronomy.

Whether you’re drawn by the genuinely enthusiastic folks who run the establishment, or the world-class wines that they take real pride in producing: one things for sure, an experience at Shannon Vineyards is one that’s bound to leave an indelible impression on your palate.

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