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Bouchard Finlayson - Crocodile's Lair 2024 "Kaaimansgat" Chardonnay
€20,50
Estate
:
Region
: Hemel & Aarde
Vintage
: 2024
Grape
: Chardonnay
Color
: White
Degree of alcohol
: 13.5%
Crocodile's Lair 2024 "Kaaimansgat" Chardonnay
€20,50
Description
The Kaaimansgat or Crocodile’s Lair vineyard is hidden away in a beautiful valley, nestled amongst majestic mountains, just 80 km from Hermanus. Bouchard Finlayson has been linked directly to this vineyard for more than thirty vintages. It is located 700m above sea level, ripens a month later than other Cape Chardonnays and benefits enormously from cool autumn temperatures. The name of the vineyard is steeped in mystery. According to local lore, escaped slaves from nearby Franschoek under the leadership of ‘Kwaaiman’, first settled here.
This vintage continues to high-light the vineyard’s remarkable and consistent textural expression. Explosive citrus and succulent apricot fruit flavours engage the palate and drives an exhilarating fresh persistence. Excellent length. Nuanced and layered, however, it will reward further patience in spades. Drink now through 2029.
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
| Flaschengröße: | 750 ml |
| Alkoholgehalt: | 13,5 % |
| Säuregehalt: | 5,9 g/l |
| pH: | 3,25 |
| RS: | 3,0 g/l |
Estate: Bouchard Finlayson
