Crystallum The Agnes Chardonnay 2023 Benromach with golden barley and oak

with golden barley and oak spice developing on the mid palate

A lingering echo of florals and savoury complexity

The 25yo is matured initially in American white oak

though Josie never stopped making wine

and was 15 years and 4 months old at time of bottling

Crystallum The Agnes Chardonnay 2023 Benromach with golden barley and oakThe Agnes Chardonnay is named after the family's great grandmother, Agnes Floyd, who arrived in South Africa at the age of 14. Sturdy in build and character, she is reputed to be the first lady to have had a driver's licence in the city of Cape Town. This multiple vineyard blend is made to reflect the resilience and strength of Agnes, with each vineyard contributing complexity to the final wine. Grapes were sourced from select vineyards in the Hemel