DeMorgenzon DMZ Chardonnay is an elegant South African wine cultivated in the renowned Stellenbosch region. This Chardonnay presents a brilliant golden hue followed by an exquisite aroma profile packed with fresh citrus, juicy peach, and subtle toasty oak notes. The taste seamlessly combines rich texture with balanced acidity, offering striking flavours of ripe apple, creamy butterscotch, and hint of vanilla. It's a medium-bodied wine with a lingering, sophisticated finish. Perfect for special occasions, it complements seafood and poultry brilliantly. The DMZ Chardonnay is a testament to DeMorgenzon's commitment towards delivering wines with unmatched finesse.

Tasting Notes

This wine shows sweet vanilla and hints of almonds on the nose with a clean tropical fruit finish. Delicate oak supports a rich and full fruit flavour in the mouth with layers of white peach, apricot, grapefruit and vanilla.

About the Winery

Nestled amidst the picturesque slopes of Stellenbosch Mountain, DeMorgenzon winery is steeped in a rich heritage and profound appreciation for nature’s beauty. Renowned for its exquisite selection of wines, this vineyard immortalises the essence of South African viticulture, offering a harmonious balance between traditional methods and modern wine culture.

DeMorgenzon’s name, literally translated as ‘the morning sun,’ aptly captures the vineyard’s strategic location. The vines are the first to be kissed by the sun’s morning rays, resulting in an idyllic, unhurried ripening process. There is a sense of tranquility here that pervades the lush vineyards, further intensified by the melodic strains of Baroque music that subtly drift through the vines. This serene symphony enhances the vitality and growth of the vines, an embodiment of the vineyard’s avant-garde philosophy.

Beyond the aesthetic appeal and sensory delight of its scenic landscape and music, DeMorgenzon has an uncompromising commitment to quality: Its wines are emblematic of this, with consistent acclaim on local and international stages. The winery is celebrated for its Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay, amongst a portfolio of other varietals, each bottle a testament to the passion and artistry of master winemaker Carl van der Merwe.

DeMorgenzon also takes seriously its role in conserving the local environment, Its commitment to sustainable farming and environmental preservation is clearly evident in their practices and policies, enhancing the biodiversity of the wine estate and setting an example for other wineries.

In essence, DeMorgenzon winery is a perfect fusion of tradition and modernity, with its panoramic expanse of vineyards offering a beautiful canvas to create world-class, award-winning wines. For the devoted oenophile or casual wine enthusiast, DeMorgenzon offers an immersive, tranquil wine journey. Simply put, it’s a vibrant symphony of wine, music, and nature, all at one destination.

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