jardin barrel fermented chardonnay (stellenbosch)

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A bold, juicy version, with toasted hazelnut and brioche notes complementing the ripe, unctuous pear, yellow apple and creamed melon flavors. The heather-filled finish displays an underlying juiciness. Drink now. 2,500 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Stellenbosch Select to Add

An elegant, lightly toasted style, with grilled hazelnut and almond notes weaving through the core of fig, pear and yellow apple fruit. The nicely juicy edge keeps the finish lengthy. Drink now. 5,458 cases made.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Stellenbosch Select to Add

A great wine for a reasonable price, this Chardonnay offers a poised balance of bright fruit and toasty spice on the nose, and on the palate, is both assertive and integrated. A shot of minerality keeps the oaked spice and big fruit in check. The finish has finesse and length.——S.K.(9/1/2008)—— 88