{"product_id":"chardonnay-2023-pinot-noir-2023-2-bottles","title":"FRANCIS WINES 2023 CHARDONNAY + 2023 PINOT NOIR — THE COLLECTION","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwo wines. One journey. The complete Francis Wines 2023 vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bundle brings together both expressions of the 2023 vintage — a Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, each hand-crafted from selected vineyard sites on the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, and each a distinct reflection of the terroir that defines Francis Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHARDONNAY 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon, acacia flower and nougat rise from the glass, underpinned by a subtle expression of oak. On the palate, white pear and lime pith are vibrant and precise, carrying through to a long, crystalline finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with grilled seafood, roasted chicken or creamy pasta. Serve at 8–10°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged 16 months in older 500L French oak barrels. \u003cstrong\u003e1,929 bottles produced.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePINOT NOIR 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy spice and red cherry on the nose, with hints of rhubarb, plum and liquorice adding complexity. Flowing and velvety on the palate, with red berry fruit supported by a subtle savoury framework and an enduring, poised finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with lamb, game, roasted duck or mushroom risotto. Serve at 16–18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged 16 months in older 228L French oak barrels. \u003cstrong\u003e938 bottles produced.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Babylon Vineyards, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge \u003cstrong\u003eSOIL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bokkeveld Shale \u003cstrong\u003eALCOHOL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5% | \u003cstrong\u003eRELEASE DATE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 November 2024\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francis Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50343263568176,"sku":null,"price":1185.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/7491\/8704\/files\/Francis_Wines_Group_2023_20241210_0005.png?v=1778858573","url":"https:\/\/franciswines.com\/products\/chardonnay-2023-pinot-noir-2023-2-bottles","provider":"Francis Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}