Journey's End V1 Chardonnay is a beautiful and elegant wine that captures the essence of the Western Cape in South Africa. This Chardonnay is crafted with precision and care by talented winemakers, resulting in a wine that is both rich and complex. The nose is filled with aromas of tropical fruits, citrus, and a hint of oak, while the palate showcases flavors of ripe peach, melon, and a touch of vanilla. The wine's crisp acidity balances out the creamy texture, creating a well-rounded and satisfying mouthfeel. Enjoy this wine on its own or pair it with seafood, chicken, or creamy pasta dishes. Journey's End V1 Chardonnay is a true representation of the beauty and diversity of South African winemaking.

Tasting Notes

Clear and bright, straw with a hint of green. The wine shows delicate citrus fruit and orange blossom characteristics. This is a fruit forward wine with a smooth pallet and zesty finish due to restrained malolactic fermentation. Well balanced with subtle lactone notes providing layered complexity. The natural incorporation of mineral and saline notes promises a unique coastal style Chardonnay which will reward patient cellaring. Drink now with potential aging until 2024.

About the Winery

Located in the premium wine producing area of Stellenbosch in South Africa, the Journey’s End winery was established in 1995 by the Gabbs Family. The family acquired the estate and the 20 hectares of vineyards during this time to make high-quality, terroir-driven wines. Today, in less than three decades, the family owns close to 12o hectares of land.

In the year 2010, the family finished constructing a technologically-sophisticated, 350-ton crush winery on the estate. Immediately, the Journey’s End group also acquired the neighbouring Mount Rozier Wine Estate as well, along with the 45-hectare vineyard that was part of the deal. This helped the group to spread its wings high and achieve phenomenal progress within a short time.

Sustainability and minimum intervention are the two main principles followed by the winemaking team at Journey’s End, to retain the original flavours of the fruit as much as possible. The wine range produced by this label is divided into three categories – Tales Range, V Range and Precision Range. These ranges of wines are unique and display different but complex characteristics based on the terroirs where they were crafted.

Tales Range Wines

Weather Station – Made from Sauvignon Blanc
Hay Stack – Made from Chardonnay
Pastor’s Blend – Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc
The Huntsman – Made from Shiraz, Mourvedre and Viognier

V Range Wines

Chardonnay 2018
Merlot 2016
Shiraz 2016
Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Precision Range Wines

Destination – Premium wine launched in 2010; Made from Chardonnay; the team considers this as the pinnacle of white wines; therefore, it is a must-try
The Griffin – Made from Syrah
Cape Doctor – Rare and premium wine launched in 2010 and named after the Cape Doctor South Easterly winds that blow from the False Bay; made from Cabernet Sauvignon

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