{"id":9607,"date":"2026-04-13T21:21:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T21:21:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/?post_type=product&#038;p=9607"},"modified":"2026-04-25T11:41:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T11:41:55","slug":"herons-nest-chardonnay-case-of-6","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/product\/herons-nest-chardonnay-case-of-6\/","title":{"rendered":"Herons Nest Chardonnay (Case of 6)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Unwooded Advantage<\/b><\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10\">Sourced from the limestone-rich soils of the Robertson Valley, the <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"67\">Herons Nest Chardonnay<\/b> is fermented entirely in stainless steel tanks. This &#8220;unwooded&#8221; approach preserves the delicate primary fruit aromas that are often masked by oak barrels. The result is a wine that is lean, mineral-driven, and incredibly refreshing\u2014ideal for those who enjoy the structure of Chardonnay but prefer a cleaner, zesty finish.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Tasting Profile &amp; Sensory Notes<\/b><\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\">This Chardonnay is designed for balance and brightness:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"13\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Nose:<\/b> Enticing aromas of fresh lemon zest, white pear, and a subtle hint of tropical pineapple.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Palate:<\/b> Light-to-medium bodied with a smooth, almost creamy texture (despite the lack of oak). You\u2019ll find layers of grapefruit, yellow apple, and a crisp flinty minerality.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Finish:<\/b> A zesty, mouth-watering finish that leaves the palate feeling refreshed and clean.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Why Keep a Case of 6?<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"15\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The &#8220;Anytime&#8221; White:<\/b> Because it isn&#8217;t heavy or &#8220;oaky,&#8221; it is incredibly easy to pair with food or enjoy on its own.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Food Pairing:<\/b> An elite partner for the lighter side of the menu:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Seafood:<\/b> Grilled line fish, calamari steaks, or fresh mussels in a white wine sauce.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Poultry:<\/b> Roast chicken with lemon and thyme or creamy chicken pasta.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Salads:<\/b> Caesar salads or anything featuring avocado and feta.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Service:<\/b> Best served well-chilled (8\u00b0C \u2013 10\u00b0C) to highlight its vibrant acidity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Clean, Crisp, and Refreshingly Pure.<\/b> Herons Nest Chardonnay is a modern, unwooded expression of this world-famous varietal. Eschewing heavy oak in favor of bright fruit, this wine offers a vibrant bouquet of citrus and green apple. This case of six is a versatile staple for your fridge, offering a sophisticated yet easy-drinking white that is perfect for any social occasion or a quiet sunset glass.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":9633,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"product_cat":[259],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-9607","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-labeled-white-wine","first","instock","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/9607","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9607"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9633"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9607"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=9607"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=9607"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}