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Crocodile's Lair

2011 Overberg Chardonnay

Bouchard Finlayson Crocodile's Lair is an exquisite 2011 Chardonnay hailing from the scenic Overberg region. This white wine showcases a luminous pale gold hue, enticing the senses with its captivating beauty. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied profile, perfectly balanced with noticeable acidity that brings a bright and refreshing liveliness. The flavors are elegantly layered, revealing prominent notes of citrus and stone fruit, complemented by a subtle touch of oak that adds depth and complexity. With its smooth texture and well-integrated fruit intensity, this Chardonnay proves to be exceptionally food-friendly, making it an ideal companion for a range of dishes, from seafood to creamy pasta. Enjoy this wine's enchanting characteristics, which highlight the region's unique terroir and expertise in winemaking.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Peach

Peach

Pairs well with:


Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Seafood Pasta

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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