Oldenburg Rondekop Una V Chardonnay 2023 *Maiden Vintage*

The Una V is crafted from two distinct vineyard sites on the estate in the Banghoek Valley of Stellenbosch, each contributing unique characteristics to the final wine. One site features river rock-dominated soils, while the other is composed of sandstone, adding layers of complexity and finesse. After meticulous hand sorting, the grapes undergo whole-bunch pressing before embarking on a natural fermentation that extends over six months, developing a nuanced and expressive profile. The wine is then aged for 10 months in 228L Burgundian oak barrels, with 32% new oak. These barrels, with a combination of medium and light toast, impart subtle oak integration, enhancing depth, texture, and overall refinement.

Oldenburg Vineyards' Rondekop series of wines represents a small selection of the best barrels, either a single cultivar or a blend from our iconic Rondekop. Oldenburg believes 8 Natural Elements uniquely impact their vineyards, creating quintessential wine-producing conditions. At its centre is their perfectly round hill, Rondekop, the 8th natural element.