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Paserene Elements Bright Chardonnay

The Paserene Elements Bright Chardonnay is a brilliant white wine from the Western Cape that impresses with its radiant fruit, fine acid structure and subtle use of wood. Grown in the deep sandy soils of South Africa, it impressively reflects the clarity and vibrancy of its terroir. With notes of ripe stone fruit, citrus zest and a salty minerality, this wine is a real highlight for lovers of elegant white wines.

The hand-picked Chardonnay grapes were gently pressed and fermented spontaneously in oak barrels. Regular stirring of the yeast (bâtonnage) added complexity and structure to the wine. 10% of the wine matured in new oak, 90% in neutral wood - a harmonious combination that preserves both fullness and freshness.

In the glass, the Paserene Elements Bright Chardonnay has a lively green-golden hue. The nose is dominated by ripe yellow peach, lemon zest and delicate hints of sea salt, chalk and vanilla. Elegant and creamy on the palate, with a lively acidity that carries the wine through to the long, clear finish.

This Chardonnay is a versatile food companion: it harmonizes wonderfully with grilled white fish in lemon butter, mild coconut-based curry dishes or roast chicken with fresh herbs. Best served at 10-12°C.

Wine type:
Weißwein
Taste:
trocken
Vintage:
2022
Ageing Potential:
2029
Region:
Western Cape
Country:
Südafrika
Vineyard/Brand :
Grape variety:
Alcohol content:
13,0  % by volume
Total acidity:
6,1 g/l
Residual sugar:
3,4 g/l
pH:
3,45
Recommended drinking temperature:
10-12 °C
Filling quantity:
0,75 litres
Allergen:
contains Sulfite
GTIN/EAN:
6061100725402
Importer:
CS International Wine Depot GmbH
Drosselweg 9
26871 Papenburg
Deutschland
Paserene

Paserene ist ein modernes Boutique-Weingut im renommierten Franschhoek Valley in Südafrika und steht für Präzision, Eleganz und kompromisslose Qualitätsorientierung. Der Name „Paserene“ – abgeleitet vom lateinischen Wort für Singvogel – symbolisiert Leichtigkeit, Harmonie und Ausdruckskraft, Werte, die sich auch im Stil der Weine widerspiegeln.

Die Weinberge profitieren von den kühlen Einflüssen der umliegenden Bergketten sowie vom mediterranen Klima des Westkaps. Diese Kombination sorgt für eine langsame Reife der Trauben und bewahrt Frische und Struktur. Paserene arbeitet mit selektierter Handlese, sorgfältiger Parzellenauswahl und einem differenzierten Ausbau, um Terroir und Rebsortencharakter präzise herauszuarbeiten.

Im Keller setzt das Weingut auf eine moderne, detailorientierte Vinifikation mit gezieltem Holzeinsatz. Das Ergebnis sind südafrikanische Weine mit Klarheit, Balance und internationalem Anspruch. Paserene gilt als Vertreter der neuen Generation am Kap – stilistisch fokussiert, qualitätsbewusst und mit unverwechselbarer Handschrift.

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