{"product_id":"lourensford-limited-release-viognier-2023","title":"Lourensford Limited Release Viognier 2023","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLourensford Limited Release Viognier 2023\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"753\" data-start=\"408\"\u003eDiscover the Lourensford Limited Release Viognier 2023, an expressive single-vineyard white wine from Lourensford Wine Estate in Somerset West, South Africa. Crafted just 8km from the cool sea breezes of False Bay, this vintage reflects the estate’s dedication to site-driven winemaking, refined oak integration, and layered aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"780\" data-start=\"760\"\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1052\" data-start=\"782\"\u003ePerfect for lovers of aromatic, textured white wines with depth and finesse.\u003cbr data-end=\"861\" data-start=\"858\"\u003eIdeal for refined lunches, elegant dinner parties, or collectors seeking distinctive single-vineyard expressions.\u003cbr data-end=\"977\" data-start=\"974\"\u003eA sophisticated wine that elevates any occasion with perfume and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1078\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1138\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1095\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright golden hue with luminous clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1238\" data-start=\"1140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1151\" data-start=\"1140\"\u003eAromas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exotic jasmine, lavender and orange peel layered with dried apricot and white peach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1338\" data-start=\"1240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1251\" data-start=\"1240\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refined quince flavours complemented by hints of saffron, nutmeg, ginger and cashew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1414\" data-start=\"1340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1352\" data-start=\"1340\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky yet structured, supported by balanced linear acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1483\" data-start=\"1416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1427\" data-start=\"1416\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flinty mineral edge with lingering spice and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1508\" data-start=\"1490\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1533\" data-start=\"1510\"\u003ePairs beautifully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1694\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1587\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1587\" data-start=\"1537\"\u003eIndian korma and mild to medium aromatic curries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1625\" data-start=\"1588\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1625\" data-start=\"1590\"\u003eTraditional South African bobotie\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1654\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1654\" data-start=\"1628\"\u003eBreyani and pickled fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1694\" data-start=\"1655\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1694\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003eDishes enhanced with fresh rosemary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1851\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003eFor best results, decant 1–2 hours before serving and serve at \u003cstrong data-end=\"1770\" data-start=\"1759\"\u003e12–14°C\u003c\/strong\u003e in a medium to large white wine glass. Store horizontally in a cool, dark place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1886\" data-start=\"1858\"\u003eSERVING TIPS \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2694\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1924\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1924\" data-start=\"1890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1914\" data-start=\"1890\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–14°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2002\" data-start=\"1925\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2002\" data-start=\"1927\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1953\" data-start=\"1927\"\u003eIdeal Drinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy now or cellar for medium-term maturation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2047\" data-start=\"2003\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2047\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003eGlassware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic white wine glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2074\" data-start=\"2048\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2074\" data-start=\"2050\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2062\" data-start=\"2050\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.5% vol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"2075\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2084\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.51\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2122\" data-start=\"2092\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2122\" data-start=\"2094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2112\" data-start=\"2094\"\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2154\" data-start=\"2123\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2154\" data-start=\"2125\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2144\" data-start=\"2125\"\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2198\" data-start=\"2155\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2198\" data-start=\"2157\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2168\" data-start=\"2157\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somerset West, South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2270\" data-start=\"2199\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2270\" data-start=\"2201\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2214\" data-start=\"2201\"\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified single vineyard block, 140m above sea level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2318\" data-start=\"2271\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2318\" data-start=\"2273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"2273\"\u003eDistance from Ocean:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8km from False Bay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2345\" data-start=\"2319\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2345\" data-start=\"2321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2334\" data-start=\"2321\"\u003eVine Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2380\" data-start=\"2346\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2380\" data-start=\"2348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2362\" data-start=\"2348\"\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweetwater soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2410\" data-start=\"2381\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2410\" data-start=\"2383\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2397\" data-start=\"2383\"\u003eRootstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e 101-14 Mgt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2431\" data-start=\"2411\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2431\" data-start=\"2413\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2423\" data-start=\"2413\"\u003eClone:\u003c\/strong\u003e V1642\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2650\" data-start=\"2432\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2650\" data-start=\"2434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2454\" data-start=\"2434\"\u003eWood Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78% fermented in French oak (33% new); 22% spontaneous fermentation on vineyard rocks and in a golden-ratio fermentation egg. Aged 11 months on primary lees with barrel rolling every two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2694\" data-start=\"2651\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2694\" data-start=\"2653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2665\" data-start=\"2653\"\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-selected quality cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2728\"\u003eACCOLADES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eA limited-release, certified single-vineyard Viognier. The Vivino community highly rates this wine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/lourensford-wine-estate-limited-release-viognier-stellenbosch-white-wine\/w\/8784368?year=2023\" title=\"Customer Reviews for the Lourensford Limited Release Viognier 2023\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAverage Rating: 4\/5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eSome comments from the community: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003e\"One of the best whites we had in South Africa. Nice balance\u003cbr\u003ewith pineapple notes\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2983\" data-start=\"2945\"\u003eFAQ'S\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3131\" data-start=\"2985\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3001\" data-start=\"2985\"\u003eIs it oaked?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3004\" data-start=\"3001\"\u003eYes. The majority was fermented in French oak barrels (33% new), with additional spontaneous fermentation in a specialised egg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3226\" data-start=\"3133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3156\" data-start=\"3133\"\u003eIs it dry or sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3159\" data-start=\"3156\"\u003eDry, with a residual sugar of 2.2 g\/l, balanced by vibrant acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3307\" data-start=\"3228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3243\" data-start=\"3228\"\u003eCan it age?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3246\" data-start=\"3243\"\u003eYes. Its structure and acidity support medium-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3467\" data-start=\"3309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3334\" data-start=\"3309\"\u003eWhat makes it unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3337\" data-start=\"3334\"\u003eCertified single-vineyard fruit, proximity to False Bay, spontaneous fermentation on vineyard rocks, and extended lees maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3580\" data-start=\"3469\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3502\" data-start=\"3469\"\u003eWhat foods does it pair with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3505\" data-start=\"3502\"\u003eIndian curries, bobotie, breyani, pickled fish and rosemary-infused dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3711\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3613\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003eIs it suitable for gifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3616\" data-start=\"3613\"\u003eAbsolutely. 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