Buitenverwachting
Buitenverwachting Chardonnay
White wine
4.0
Expert Rating
4.0
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Buitenverwachting Chardonnay is a premium white wine produced by the renowned Buitenverwachting Estate in the Constantia Valley of South Africa. The vineyard is situated on the slopes of the imposing Constantiaberg Mountains, which provide a unique microclimate that is ideal for growing Chardonnay grapes. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including barrel fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, which impart a rich and complex flavor profile to the wine. The style of the wine is elegant and refined, with notes of citrus, peach, and vanilla, balanced by a crisp acidity and a long, lingering finish. Overall, Buitenverwachting Chardonnay is a superb example of the quality and craftsmanship that can be found in South African wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Buitenverwachting Chardonnay is a complex and elegant wine with a nose of ripe peach, pear, honey and subtle notes of vanilla and spice.On the palate, it is round and creamy with a slight mineral character and a long finish of toasted hazelnuts. Balanced and full-bodied, this Chardonnay is an excellent expression of its terroir.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2042
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Buitenverwachting
Region: Constantia
Constantia is a wine region located in the Western Cape province of South Africa, just south of Cape Town. It is one of the oldest wine regions in South Africa, with a history dating back to the 17th century. The region is known for producing high-quality, cool-climate wines, particularly Sauvignon Blanc and Bordeaux-style red blends.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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