Thamnus | Chardonnay

The Vibe

Bright, poised and quietly luxurious. This is cool-climate Chardonnay with pithy lime, fresh pear and jasmine, lifted by a saline edge and a gentle smoky-hazelnut finish. It has real depth, but never feels heavy-handed.

The Details (For the geeks)

• Winemaker: PJ Geyer
• Origin: Overberg, on north-facing Klein River Mountain slopes above Hemel-en-Aarde
• ABV: 13.22%
• The process: Hand-picked fruit from Table Mountain quartzite and Bokkeveld shale soils, matured for nine months in French oak, 34% new.

Why it is special

Thamnus Chardonnay has earned 95 Tim Atkin MW points in each of its first four vintages, including the 2024 release. That is a seriously impressive run.

The Perfect Pairing

Seafood linguine, roast chicken with tarragon butter, or baked Brie. Basically, anything rich enough to meet it halfway.