{"product_id":"meerlust-chardonnay-2023","title":"Meerlust Chardonnay 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Stellenbosch Chardonnay with citrus, peach, oatmeal, and mineral freshness. Textured, elegant, and beautifully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Meerlust Chardonnay is a superb expression of one of South Africa’s most revered estates. Situated on the granite-rich slopes just south of Stellenbosch, Meerlust Estate has been in the hands of the Myburgh family since 1756, with over 250 years of dedication to excellence and heritage-driven winemaking. Sourced from two distinct vineyards - Compagniesdrift’s sun-drenched hills and the cool, windswept Quarry site - this Chardonnay showcases the best of both terroirs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage is beautifully poised, offering a vibrant bouquet of apricot, citrus, pear, and toasted almonds, supported by crisp acidity, subtle minerality, and a touch of oak finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented in a blend of new and seasoned French oak barrels, with a small portion in concrete to enhance freshness, it strikes a perfect balance between richness and restraint. The result is a medium-bodied, dry white wine that’s both expressive in youth and capable of graceful aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not just a Chardonnay - it’s a reflection of Meerlust’s centuries-old commitment to producing world-class wines that capture the soul of Stellenbosch’s coastal vineyards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Crushed Grape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57376306561359,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/2550\/0239\/files\/Meerlust_Chardonnay.jpg?v=1777383551","url":"https:\/\/crushedgrape.co.uk\/products\/meerlust-chardonnay-2023","provider":"The Crushed Grape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}