LiQuery - De Wetshof Bon Vallon Unwooded Chardonnay 2017

DE WETSHOF BON VALLON UNWOODED CHARDONNAY 2017

Item:	403675
Size:	750 mL (25.4 oz)
Type:	2017 VINTAGES
Release Date:	2019-01-19
Producer:	Dewetshof Wines
Location:	South Africa - Robertson
Price:	$17.25 Price History
Style:	White Wine Full-bodied & Rich
Alcohol:	13.5%
Varietal:	Chardonnay
Sugar Code:	XD (2.0 g/L)
Rating:	92
Cellar:	2029
Glass Style:	Montrachet (Chardonnay)

Description
Though summer temperatures can be quite high, the Robertson region is unquestionably white wine territory, renowned for its Chardonnay and quality Sauvignon Blanc. The summer heat is mitigated by moisture-laden and cool southeasterly winds that make for cool nights and often foggy mornings, factors that help preserve the freshness and acidity of the grapes. This unoaked Chard will demonstrate crisp citrus flavours and a fine minerality imparted by the Chardonnay-friendly limestone soils.

Description

Though summer temperatures can be quite high, the Robertson region is unquestionably white wine territory, renowned for its Chardonnay and quality Sauvignon Blanc. The summer heat is mitigated by moisture-laden and cool southeasterly winds that make for cool nights and often foggy mornings, factors that help preserve the freshness and acidity of the grapes. This unoaked Chard will demonstrate crisp citrus flavours and a fine minerality imparted by the Chardonnay-friendly limestone soils.

Tasting Notes
The 2017 Bon Vallon Chardonnay comes from gravelly soils and saw no wood contact. It has an attractive bouquet with scents of white peach, guava and yellow flowers. The palate is well balanced with a fresh citrus opening and very fine tension and penetration. Green apple, grapefruit and light peachy notes appear toward the focused finish. Excellent. Drinking window: 2019-2029. Score - 92. (Neal Martin, vinous.com, Aug. 2018)

Tasting Notes