Bouchard Finlayson Chardonnay Sans Barrique 2001

It projects a strong tropical and citrus fruitiness while not over powering the dry mineral tones on the mid-palate. The wine appears deceptively light to start with, but finishes with great length and depth of flavour. Makes a wonderful alternative to Sauvignon Blanc as an aperitif. Delicious with oysters, crustaceans and pasta dishes with cream or oil base sauces.

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variety : Chardonnay [ Chardonnay ]

winery : Bouchard Finlayson Vineyard

winemaker : Peter Finlayson

wine of origin : Walker Bay

analysis : alc : 14.0 % vol rs : 1.5 g/l pH : 3.58 ta : 5.86 g/l

type : White

pack : Bottle

ageing : Will mature for 3 - 4 years, eminently pleasing as a young wine.

in the vineyard : The growing conditions at Kaaimansgat Vineyard (700 meters above sea level) are particularly cool, producing small grapes with great concentration of flavour.

in the cellar : Produced from the same grapes as the "Kaaimansgat" Chardonnay. The wine was not barrel fermented but allowed to age on the primary lees, hence the name 'without barrel'. Crafted in a Burgundian style for wine lovers who like their Chardonnay unhindered by the taste of oak.

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