Van Loveren Calcrete Chardonnay
R100,00
TASTING NOTES
An elegant example of unwooded Chardonnay with minerality reminiscent of oyster shell, a vibrant taste of fresh saltiness, and a squeeze of lime, finishing with an elegantly coated texture on the palate.
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TASTING NOTES
An elegant example of unwooded Chardonnay with minerality reminiscent of oyster shell, a vibrant taste of fresh saltiness, and a squeeze of lime, finishing with an elegantly coated texture on the palate.
ABOUT CALCRETE
Calcrete, a classic unwooded Chardonnay exclusive to the limestone-rich wine appellation between Bonnievale and Robertson, embodies exhilarating minerality defining this region Geologically, calcrete refers to the white deposits of limestone found in the soils. From this terroir the Calcrete wines draw their unique character and minerality. Wines labeled as Calcrete represent Chardonnay in its purest form and express terroir with great clarity and minerality. Calcrete wines are described as elegant, minimalist, linear and crystalline with a vibrant fragrance of lime, nuances of wet stone, oyster shell minerality and salty, chalky taste. Selected Chardonnays from these terroirs are cold fermented in stainless steel tanks to express their purity and delicately layered minerality.
WINE STYLE
Unwooded, medium bodied dry white wine.
FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTION
The perfect partner to salads, seafood, roast chicken or grilled pork.
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