Chardonnay from the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is aged in small French barrels, providing a "woody and creamy" finish that complements rich foods. Domaine des Dieux to officially become the first producer of MCC in the Hemel en Aarde region.

Two blocks from our vineyard in the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge yield Chardonnay that just brims with potential from the moment the grapes start to ripen. A great combination of site, soils and weather on the belly of the Babylon's Toren mountain slopes allow us to ripen the grapes perfectly, retaining wonderful acidities and a gamut of flavours. Early morning picking into small crates means that the winemaker receives the grapes in the perfect condition in which they were picked. 

Tasting Notes: The nose shows gentle wood smoke, oyster bed, seville orange and lime peel, orange flower water as well as buttery, lactic notes. The flavour profile of the wine is decidedly fresh and cool, balanced tantalisingly with a rich, unctuous palate. On the palate, the fruit shows yellow and green plums, finishing with more lime peel and wood smoke. The wine is tight-knit, showing beautifully integrated oak flavours.

Food Pairing: A buttery, honeyed, and citrus-mineral profile, pairs perfectly with rich seafood (salmon, tuna), roasted poultry (chicken/turkey), pork, and creamy pasta dishes. Its structure also complements creamy cheeses like brie or camembert. Seafood: Grilled salmon, tuna, lobster, or rich fish dishes. Poultry: Roasted chicken or turkey, particularly with creamy sauces. Pasta/Risotto: Creamy pasta dishes or mushroom risotto. Pork: Roasted or grilled pork chops.