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Chardonnay Select

South Africa Chardonnay

Franzia Chardonnay Select showcases the beautifully expressive qualities of Chardonnay from South Africa. This delightful white wine offers a medium-bodied experience with a vibrant acidity that brings a refreshing brightness to the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, highlighting flavors of crisp green apple and juicy pear, intertwined with subtle notes of citrus and a whisper of oak. The tannins are soft and delicate, allowing the wine to maintain a smooth, easygoing character that makes it incredibly food-friendly. This wine is dry, making it an excellent choice for a variety of occasions, whether enjoyed on its own or paired with light seafood dishes or creamy pasta. Franzia Chardonnay Select captures the essence of South African winemaking and is sure to please both casual sippers and dedicated Chardonnay lovers alike.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Lemon

Lemon

Flavor profile:


Body Light

Very Light Full

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


South Africa
South Africa

With its mountainous, maritime-influenced winegrowing regions, South Africa produces top-quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Chenin Blanc and premium Syrah, Pinotage, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The Dutch brought vines here back in the 1600s to satiate their thirsty sailors en route to India, but they probably never imagined just how important to the wine world South Africa would one day become. Indeed, it took centuries for South Africa to discover its full potential. Most of the country's winegrowing areas thrive in the southwest, known as the Western Cape. Its most famous regions are an easy drive from Cape Town and include Stellenbosch, Swartland, Breedekloof and Franschhoek.

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