Elements Bright 2021
R220.00
The Bright is a Chardonnay that shows bright green/gold colour with a bright core, and primary nose aromas of citrus blossom, neroli and yellow peaches. Secondary to that is a savoury sea-spray, almost chalklike, aroma harnessed with a gentle oak inclusion.
R220.00
The Bright is a Chardonnay that shows bright green/gold colour with a bright core, and primary nose aromas of citrus blossom, neroli and yellow peaches. Secondary to that is a savoury sea-spray, almost chalklike, aroma harnessed with a gentle oak inclusion.
ART OF MAKING
How the wine is made
How the
wine is made
Bright is made by fermenting all the Chardonnay components separately. The grapes were pressed and then transferred to oak barrels where fermentation occurred naturally.
At our winery, we do not use generic barrels because we want to produce extraordinary results. Our new barrels are seasoned, dry, and are without toasting for up to five years, before being steamed. They are then used for 16 months to make the wine. There is an inherent patience in the making of our wine.
Bright is made by fermenting all the Chardonnay components separately. The grapes were pressed and then transferred to oak barrels where fermentation occurred naturally.
At our winery, we do not use generic barrels because we want to produce extraordinary results. Our new barrels are seasoned, dry, and are without toasting for up to five years, before being steamed. They are then used for 16 months to make the wine. There is an inherent patience in the making of our wine.
Martin is a precision winemaker, rarely adding anything to his wines, and he chooses not to filter them. He prides himself on spending the time and effort on exactly what goes into the bottle, to ensure that what comes out is as authentic as possible. When you drink our hand-crafted wine, you are creating a moment in time that will never be forgotten.
Martin is a precision winemaker, rarely adding anything to his wines, and he chooses not to filter them. He prides himself on spending the time and effort on exactly what goes into the bottle, to ensure that what comes out is as authentic as possible. When you drink our hand-crafted wine, you are creating a moment in time that will never be forgotten.
CULTIVAR
Where the grapes are from
Where the
grapes are from
The grapes are sourced from three different vineyards, all of which have different soils and climates. The Bright is mostly from our Franschhoek vineyard but also has grapes from Tulbagh and Elgin.
The grapes are sourced from three different vineyards, all of which have different soils and climates. The Bright is mostly from our Franschhoek vineyard but also has grapes from Tulbagh and Elgin.

Soils and climates
Soils and climates
Elgin is the coolest area with bokkeveld shale. It has a cooler climate which is best for Chardonnay grapes, allowing their flavour to become more expressive and rich.
Franschhoek is more moderate in climate and has sandy soil. It is ideal for rich, fruit-driven white wines and the shadows of the mountains help to moderate the climate for more complex aromas in the wine.
Tulbagh in the Breede River Valley has a hot climate that has cool evenings, with decomposed shale soil. The climate leads to grapes that have developed rich flavour over time and that have retained their acidity.
Elgin is the coolest area with bokkeveld shale. It has a cooler climate which is best for Chardonnay grapes, allowing their flavour to become more expressive and rich.
Franschhoek is more moderate in climate and has sandy soil. It is ideal for rich, fruit-driven white wines and the shadows of the mountains help to moderate the climate for more complex aromas in the wine.
Tulbagh in the Breede River Valley has a hot climate that has cool evenings, with decomposed shale soil. The climate leads to grapes that have developed rich flavour over time and that have retained their acidity.
ANALYSIS
pH | Residual Sugar | Alcohol Vol. | Total Acid |
---|---|---|---|
3.42 | 2.6 g/l | 13.04% | 6.1 g/l |
TASTING NOTES
What you can expect when tasting
What you can
expect when tasting
The Chardonnay shows a bright green/gold colour with a bright core, with primary nose aromas of citrus blossom, neroli and yellow peaches.
Secondary to that is a savoury sea-spray, almost chalklike, aroma harnessed with a gentle oak inclusion.
On the palate the wine is well balanced with a soft mouthfeel and a crisp
acidity that give the wine great length.
Drink now or within 5 years.
The Chardonnay shows a bright green/gold colour with a bright core, with primary nose aromas of citrus blossom, neroli and yellow peaches.
Secondary to that is a savoury sea-spray, almost chalklike, aroma harnessed with a gentle oak inclusion.
On the palate the wine is well balanced with a soft mouthfeel and a crisp
acidity that give the wine great length.
Drink now or within 5 years.

LABEL ART
The art on the label
The art
on the label
For our Elements range, we wanted to highlight the playfulness of the wines and of our winery, and appeal to an audience who doesn’t take themselves too seriously.
The swings represent our more fun-loving side, and the swallow (included in almost every label) represents our winemaker, Martin Smith. The elegant background colours highlight the wine inside the bottle and the grapes used in its production.
For the Bright, the warm notes of the Chardonnay are highlighted in the background, showcasing the rich character of this vintage.
The stunning artwork is by Lorraine Loots and Carmen Ziervogel.
For our Elements range, we wanted to highlight the playfulness of the wines and of our winery, and appeal to an audience who doesn’t take themselves too seriously.
The swings represent our more fun-loving side, and the swallow (included in almost every label) represents our winemaker, Martin Smith. The elegant background colours highlight the wine inside the bottle and the grapes used in its production.
For the Bright, the warm notes of the Chardonnay are highlighted in the background, showcasing the rich character of this vintage.
The stunning artwork is by Lorraine Loots and Carmen Ziervogel.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Food and wine combinations
Food and wine
combinations
Our Bright Chardonnay is perfectly paired with a light summer salad, any type of poultry, and is delicious with fatty tuna or salmon.
You could try it with a pork dish, like pork chops fried in butter or you could treat yourself to an indulgent meal of lobster or shrimp slathered in a creamy sauce. Toasted flavours, like salty roasted nuts, pair well for a snack, and it is divine with any cream-based pasta dish.
Our Bright Chardonnay is perfectly paired with a light summer salad, any type of poultry, and is delicious with fatty tuna or salmon.
You could try it with a pork dish, like pork chops fried in butter or you could treat yourself to an indulgent meal of lobster or shrimp slathered in a creamy sauce. Toasted flavours, like salty roasted nuts, pair well for a snack, and it is divine with any cream-based pasta dish.


PORK

RICH FISH
(TUNA, SALMON ETC.)

VEGETARIAN

POULTRY
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