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Description of Domaine Creation
Located in the idyllic Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in South Africa, Domaine Creation is recognized for its innovative approach and devotion to quality. Benefiting from a cool climate and fertile soil, the estate excels in the cultivation of grape varieties that faithfully reflect the unique expression of their terroir, with a focus on Chardonnay. Through a combination of sustainable viticultural practices and cutting-edge winemaking methods, Creation produces wines that captivate with their finesse and complexity.
Description of the Cuvée Creation Chardonnay Reserve
The Cuvée Creation Chardonnay Reserve represents the pinnacle of the estate's craftsmanship, a premium selection that exemplifies the quintessence of Chardonnay. Made from carefully selected grapes from the best plots, this Chardonnay is a celebration of elegance, offering exceptional depth and aromatic richness. The meticulous attention paid to each stage of its vinification is intended to highlight the distinction and potential of the Hemel-en-Aarde terroir.
Aromas of the Cuvée
With a complex and captivating nose, Chardonnay Reserve reveals intense aromas of white-fleshed fruit, citrus and floral nuances, enriched by delicate notes of toasted oak, vanilla and almond. Subtle minerality and a beautiful freshness balance this aromatic profile, offering a rich and varied olfactory experience.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Chardonnay
- Profile: A wine of great sophistication, marked by its harmonious structure, its roundness on the palate and a lingering finish. The perfect balance between aromatic richness and liveliness reflects the excellence of its winemaking.
- Aging Potential: This Reserve Chardonnay has tremendous aging potential, promising to evolve gracefully and reveal additional layers of complexity with time.
Pairings with this Cuvée
The perfect companion for elaborate dishes, such as grilled lobsters, fish in rich sauce or mature cheeses, Creation Chardonnay Reserve delights the most demanding palates, lending itself to memorable gastronomic experiences.
Where are we traveling?
Cape South Coast
Le Cape South Coast est une région viticole sud-africaine récemment désignée qui fait partie du Western Cap (Cap-Occidental). Elle est située à l'est de la Coastal region (région côtière) dans laquelle se déroule la majeure partie de la production de vin sud-africain. En raison de sa proximité avec l'océan, les cépages de climat frais tels que le Pinot Noir, le Chardonnay et le Sauvignon Blanc ont beaucoup plus de succès ici que dans la plupart des autres régions du pays. La production de vins mousseux connaît également une certaine croissance. Six zones viticoles sont situés sur son territoire : Cape Agulhas, Elgin (considéré comme la partie la plus fraîche d'Afrique du Sud), Overberg, Plettenberg Bay, Swellendam et Walker Bay.
La sous-région : Hemel-en-Aarde
Hemel-en-Aarde (qui signifie "ciel et terre" en langue afrikaans) est une région viticole de Walker Bay dans le Cap South Coast à environ 80 kilomètres au sud-est du Cap. La proximité de la côte fait que la région jouit d'un climat nettement maritime. Les vins élégants et de climat frais à base de Pinot Noir et de Chardonnay avec un certain degré de style bourguignon sont une spécialité particulière de la région, qui a considérablement accru sa réputation internationale ces dernières années. Le courant antarctique de Benguela de l'océan Atlantique apporte des brises rafraîchissantes dans la région. Cette influence océanique signifie que les températures estivales moyennes à Hemel-en-Aarde sont nettement plus fraîches que dans les régions plus à l'intérieur des terres, comme Stellenbosch et Paarl. Les nuages sont entourés par les montagnes environnantes, emprisonnant l'air frais et l'humidité dans l'étroite vallée de Hemel-en-Aarde.
The little history of the country
South Africa
The first vines were planted in South Africa by Dutch settlers in the 1650s, although wine production did not really begin to take off until the arrival of French Protestants, in the 1680s, with their skills and their knowledge of viticulture. Stellenbosch is also a historic wine region, with the first vineyards being planted there in the 1690s. Today South Africa is one of the most important wine producing countries in the southern hemisphere. With over 300 years of winemaking history, it is often described as a bridge between the Old and New Worlds. The majority of wines are produced using New World winemaking techniques, but they often have more in common stylistically with their Old World counterparts. Since the end of apartheid, South African wine has received international attention and acclaim for its wide variety of styles. South Africa's wine industry is spread across the lush and rugged landscape of the Western Cape. Here, the abundance of mountains, valleys and plateaus allows winemakers to produce a wide variety of styles. Vineyards can also be found in the Orange River region of the Northern Cape, where the flat, arid landscape is dominated by the Kalahari Desert. Most of South Africa's wine regions have a Mediterranean climate, strongly influenced by the meeting of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. The country's signature grape variety is Pinotage, an indigenous cross of Pinot Noir and Cinsaut that is rarely found in quantity in other wine-producing countries. Shiraz (Syrah) is also widely planted, as are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot (often combined in a Bordeaux blend). South African Chardonnay, Chenin and Sauvignon Blanc have become popular internationally in recent years.