Newsletter May 2025
As May graces Elgin with golden light and the rustle of autumn leaves, we take a moment to honour a variety that lies at the heart of who we are – Chardonnay.
International Chardonnay Day on May 22nd is not just a date, but an invitation to celebrate the nuance, purity, and quiet
power of this remarkable grape. For us at Paul Clüver Family Wines, Chardonnay is an ever-evolving conversation between land, vine, and hands – told through every bottle we craft.
From the vibrant Village Chardonnay to the poised and layered Estate Chardonnay, the iconic Seven Flags Chardonnay,
and the refined Clüver Prieur Colline du Matin, our wines offer a lens into our cool-climate Elgin vineyards, and the gentle stewardship that guides them.
We are deeply honoured by the recognition our wines have received. British wine writer Tim Atkin MW has called our
Seven Flags Chardonnay: “One of South Africa’s best Chardonnays – world-class and consistently superb.”
Acclaimed sommelier and author André Mack described the Clüver Prieur Colline du Matin as: “A brilliant collaboration that captures precision and restraint – Chardonnay with soul.”
With every kind word and every shared glass, our hearts are filled with quiet gratitude. As you celebrate Chardonnay this month, we hope you’ll find a bottle that speaks to you – whether it’s shared around a table with family, poured at a favourite restaurant, or enjoyed in a quiet moment of reflection.
Here’s to Chardonnay. To elegance, to Elgin, and to the moments that matter most.
Warmly,
The Paul Clüver Family Wines Team
