Missionvale Chardonnay 2022

Bouchard Finlayson, teknisk ark/fact sheet (hentet 18. okt. 2026): 2022 Bouchard Finlayson Missionvale Chardonnay – område: Hemel-en-Aarde Valley; 100% Chardonnay; alkohol 13%. Producentens noter (engelsk): Vinifikation: A systematic evaluation of our Chardonnay vineyards’ indigenous yeast population, delivers promising results with 40% of the barrels in this wine completing fermentation un-inoculated. Spontaneous onset, assisted by late inoculation with locally sourced organically grown natural yeast, is responsible for the balance of alcohol conversion. Now an established component of the final blend, 8% was fermented and matured for 9months in amphora, the balance in French oak. Finding a quiet day to bottle, during the onset of harvest can prove challenging, however the additional elevation in tank proves to be worthwhile. Bottled with light filtration in February 2023. Producentens noter (engelsk): Smagsnote: Crystalline and energetic at its core, the wine exhibits forward ripe pear and floral aromas. Seductive and refined, this complex white is superbly balanced. Delicate citrus notes neatly balance a fine texture. Its impressive youth should improve through 2026.