92 pts Wine Advocate Feb 2026 The Meerlust 2023 Stellenbosch Chardonnay shows generous aromas of stone fruit and Golden Delicious apple layered with sweet almond. Matured in a combination of new and neutral 300-liter barrels, with a small 5% portion of the fruit fermented in concrete tanks before blending, the wine balances richness with measured texture. Grown on estate vineyards farmed by the Myburgh family for eight generations, the decomposed granite soils of Stellenbosch contribute a quiet firmness to the character of the wine. 2026 – 20324 ½ Stars 2025 John Platter’s South African Wine Guide Toasty, buttery notes from 9 months in 300L barrels, 25% new, are well-supported by 23 (91 pts)’s exuberant ripeness, showing in lemon curd with hints of marmalade & orange zest. Wholesome & concentrated, with appealing lees breadth & texture, lingering finish.
