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Crocodile's Lair Kaaimansgat

2006 Walker Bay Chardonnay

Bouchard Finlayson Crocodile's Lair Kaaimansgat is a captivating Chardonnay from the esteemed Walker Bay region, renowned for its exquisite cool-climate wines. This 2006 vintage showcases a beautifully luminous yellow hue, hinting at its craftsmanship. The wine presents a lovely balance of body and acidity, fostering a mouthwatering and refreshing experience. On the palate, it reveals an elegant fruit intensity with notes of ripe stone fruit and citrus, underscored by subtle oak nuances that add complexity. Its dryness complements the overall profile, making it a splendid pairing for seafood dishes or creamy pastas. This Chardonnay is a testament to the meticulous winemaking practices in Walker Bay, promising a delightful tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Toast

Toast

Butter

Butter

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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