Wine Composition
100% Chardonnay
Tasting Notes
Superbly elegant in style with layers of zesty lime confit, some green melon, pistachio and an enticing seashell minerality that flows from the nose to the palate. The fine structure is complemented by remarkably refreshing acidity and a rich creamy texture. The finish is long, precise and very mineral.
Awards
Tim Atkin | 92 points (2018)
Technical Analysis
Alcohol Percentage
13.5%
Total Acidity
7.9 g/l
pH
3.09
Residual Sugar
2.2 g/l
Vinification
Winter started later and was warmer than normal but rainfall was good during the season. Above average temperatures in July resulted in uneven bud break and smaller berries on certain cultivars. Temperature fluctuations in September and October resulted in uneven bunches however weather conditions improved in November. A warmer February resulted in earlier harvesting of certain cultivars. Rain and cool conditions in March slowed down ripening of red wine varietals, which resulted in a later harvest at relatively lower sugar levels.
Winemaker
Name - Christiaan Coetzee
Winery
Uva Mira translates as "The Wonderful Grape". Uva is the Latin word for grape, Mira means wonderful, miraculous and full of charm. Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards is located within the area widely recognised as the “Golden Triangle,” renowned for its noble grape varieties and production of wines of outstanding quality. Our Estate is 127 hectares in size - 33 hectares of which are under vine. Six varietals are grown, namely Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Our vineyards are positioned between 260 and 620 metres above sea level and only nine kilometres from False Bay. This creates the climate for wines that are by definition elegant in style. Our fine wines are handcrafted using only grapes from the vineyard sites on our property, to truly express the unique traits of our remarkable site. Wines of elegance, minerality and longevity.
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