Kaaimansgat Crocodile's Lair Chardonnay 2022

Bouchard Finlayson, teknisk ark/fact sheet (hentet 18. okt. 2026): 2022 Bouchard Finlayson Kaaimansgat Crocodile's Lair Chardonnay – område: Elandskloof; 100% Chardonnay; alkohol 13.6%. Producentens noter (engelsk): Vinifikation: This remarkable vineyard is owned and managed by the fourth generation Roux family, in the viticultural ward also known as Elandskloof. Picking is done by hand and the grapes chilled overnight, before being delivered to the cellar early the following morning. Our pneumatic bag presses are loaded with whole bunches and pressed with multiples rotations, during the three-hour cycle. Fermentation occur in barrel and initiate spontaneously by indigenous yeast populations. The wine matured in French oak for 8 months, with a 23% new component. Bottling in January 2023, the first in amber or dead leaf bottles, adding an additional layer of protection against light degradation. Producentens noter (engelsk): Smagsnote: Initially reveals sun-dried hay, peachy stone fruit and a dusting of toasted almond shavings. The hallmark creamy citrus fruit flavours build in volume towards a succulent and effortless textural finish. Remains refined and delicate in nature by a balanced tension. Sublime definition. Drink now through 2025.