Journey's End Lion's Ear Chardonnay

A wine inspired by a brightly coloured shrub in the vineyard's diverse native terrain: the Leonotis leonurus, also known as 'Lion's Ear. Known for its range of medicinal properties, they are also a rich source of nectar for our local pollinator populations of bees and bird life.

Founded in 1996 by the Gabb family, Journey’s End is the most southerly planted vineyard in the Stellenbosch wine region, nestled among the picturesque Schapenberg Hills, beneath which lay 350 million year old decomposed granite soils. As well as fantastic views, the vineyards benefit from the cooling and cleansing south-easterly wind, known locally as the ‘Cape Doctor’, which comes in from nearby False Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

Journey’s End focus on expressing this incredible terroir, while preserving the natural environment and wildlife with a sustainable approach to farming and all winemaking activities, as well as being a force for good in the local community.

The Gabb family purchased their first vineyards in South Africa in 1995. Since then, they have been wholly committed to sustainably and ethically producing excellent wines for all occasions. The vineyards grow on the Schapenberg hills, blessed with 350 million year old decomposed granite soils some of the most prestigious terroir in South Africa, and a unique micro climate. As well as incredible views, these vineyards benefit from the cooling south easterly wind known locally as the ‘Cape Doctor'.

South Africa

Bibendum Off Trade

Chardonnay

2023

Journey's End

Journey's End Vineyards Ltd,
London,
W6 9DJ,
UK.

The success of the wine region stems from the near-perfect growing conditions that the area experiences as a Coastal Region. With consistently warm temperatures throughout the year, along with a cooling ocean influence, the vineyards have both the heat and breeze to ensure balanced wines. While the heat allows for ripe, structured wines, the breeze ensures sufficient acidity in the wines.

Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites

Sustainably & ethically produced., This Chardonnay is loaded with delicious citrus and stone fruit characters, followed by a fine richness from delicate oak aging, all balanced with perfect minerality.

Glass Bottle

13

9.8

Full Product Name:
Chardonnay

Importer:
Journey's End Vineyards Ltd,
London,
W6 9DJ,
UK.

Additional Information:
Alcohol By Volume: 13%
Units: 9.8
9.8 UK Units per 75cl bottle
1.6 UK Units per 125ml serving glass
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Journey's End

Leon Esterhuizen

This vineyard is tucked away in the upper valley of our farm, protected from harsh sunlight and extreme temperatures, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly. These moderate temperatures help preserve the grape's natural acidity and fresh citrus aromas. The yields are kept low to eliminate stress in the vine and ensure good, uniform ripeness. The soil is made up entirely of well-weathered granite. All grapes are handpicked at optimum ripeness in the early hours of the morning.