Upper Hemel-en-Aarde, South Africa
Restless River Ava Marie Chardonnay 2023
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Ratings
Tim Atkin MW: 97
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Composition
Chardonnay
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Glass
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Vessel
Burgundy barrels
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Body
Medium-full
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Alcohol content
13.3
Tasting Notes
"Now in its sixteenth vintage, Ava Maria has established itself as one of the Cape's greatest Chardonnays. Sourced from the oldest block of the variety in the Hemel-en-Aarde area, it has amazing tension and granitic focus, refined 10% new wood, notes of macadamia nut, beeswax, oyster shell and lemon butter and a lingering, palate-cleansing finish. Sublime. 2026-32" - Tim Atkin MW
Our cold-chain delivery process
Our cold-chain delivery process
The Great Domaines cold chain promise: from the vineyard to your glass
At Great Domaines, we're passionate about delivering wines in perfect condition. Our meticulous cold chain process ensures that every bottle arrives at your doorstep just as the winemaker intended.
Why Our Cold Chain Matters
Our cold chain is an unbroken logistics chain, but it’s also our commitment to excellence. By maintaining optimal temperature from vineyard to cellar, we preserve the nuanced flavours, aromas, and ageing potential of each wine.When you uncork a bottle from Great Domaines, you're tasting the wine exactly as the winemaker envisioned. We don’t just want to sell wine, we want to deliver an excellent experience along with a story, and a moment of perfection.
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Delivery policy
Delivery policy
Safe delivery, every time. We ship all wines in secure packaging, with full insurance coverage. Johannesburg deliveries come straight from our cellars. Expect your order within 2–5 business days. For more details, see our delivery policy.

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