{"product_id":"rupert-rothschild-baroness-nadine-2023","title":"Rupert \u0026 Rothschild Baroness Nadine 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRupert \u0026amp; Rothschild Vignerons is a collaboration between South Africa’s Rupert family and France’s Rothschild family. The venture was established in 1997 to combine South African terroir with Bordeaux\/Rothschild wine philosophy and technical precision. The “Baroness Nadine” label is their single-varietal Chardonnay, honoring Baroness Nadine de Rothschild. The brand emphasizes elegance and purity in its white wine expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Winemaker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBaroness Nadine Chardonnay is made by Rupert \u0026amp; Rothschild’s winemaking team (current winemakers including Yvonne Lester) at their estate in Paarl \/ Franschhoek, applying careful vineyard selection, gentle handling, and balanced oak use to preserve fruit character while adding complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes are sourced from selected vineyard blocks in the Western Cape region of South Africa. The climate is Mediterranean-influenced: warm days and cooler nights, allowing grapes to ripen while maintaining acidity and aromatic freshness. Soils are well-drained, often decomposed granite or shale, enabling root depth and minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Chardonnay is fermented and matured using a mix of vessels and oak. According to the 2023 fact sheet, portions of fermentation and aging are done in various vessels including \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003econcrete, foudres, and 300 L oak barrels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, with a fraction of barrels being new. The approach blends different textures to support both freshness and complexity.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe wine shows a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewhite gold \/ pale straw\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e colour. Aromas include mandarin orange, orange blossom, passion fruit, subtle vanilla, and hints of oak.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e On the palate, there is crisp minerality, tropical fruit notes (passionfruit, citrus), and a creamy mid-palate with balanced oak presence. The finish is fresh, lingering and elegant.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with grilled crayfish or prawns, lobster, shellfish, creamy seafood sauces, scallops, and white meats. Also suits dishes with citrus, herbs, or light cream sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe chilled, around \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e8-10 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Use a white wine glass that allows aromatics to develop. No decanting is necessary, but letting the wine breathe for a few minutes in glass helps open it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBest enjoyed within \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5–7 years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of vintage. Under good cellar conditions (cool, stable, low light), it may maintain freshness and evolve tertiary notes like nut and honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100 % Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e13.5 %\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922273714390,"sku":null,"price":265.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Rupert_RothschildBaronessNadine.png?v=1773668077","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/rupert-rothschild-baroness-nadine-2023","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}