Bouchard Finlayson Crocodiles Lair/Kaaimansgat Chardonnay 2010

Name: Bouchard Finlayson Crocodiles Lair/Kaaimansgat Chardonnay 2010
Brand: Bouchard Finlayson
SKU: 27932

Ripe yet delicately balanced with a subtle mix of tight French oak; this "white peach" personality has an endearing quality. It ends in a long, layered finish where the flavours build on one another.

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variety : Chardonnay [ 100% Chardonnay ]

winery : Bouchard Finlayson Vineyard

winemaker : Peter Finlayson

wine of origin : Walker Bay

analysis : alc : 13.51 % vol rs : 2.4 g/l pH : 3.3 ta : 6.4 g/l

type : White style : Dry body : Full wooded

pack : Bottle closure : Cork

ageing : Predictions for maturation to greater heights are very good!

in the vineyard : The fruit originates from this special vineyard, which is located in a blind valley behind the village of Villiersdorp. We have been sourcing fruit from this location for the past twenty years. This non-irrigated superior quality fruit grown in a late ripening location some 700 metres above sea level has always produced superb wines. The age of these vines are now beyond twenty years and contribute to a mature softness in its texture. While full-bodied and opulent in style, the mouth-feel sings with notes of fruitiness and tropical flavours.

in the cellar : My first impression of vintage 2010 was "here is a great year for red wines". But blow me down; here is a "beaut". It is a whole lot of white wine at its best.

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