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ASLINA Chardonnay (2020)

Chardonnay

kr259

Sold in case of 6 x 750ml

Out of stock

Description

A complex chardonnay, fresh, round and soft. Partial wooding gives this wine the edge and to show the beautiful tropical fruit and limy character. Slight buttery character showing on the palate. Good acidity balancing the fruit and wood. Alc: 14 %, TA 5.6 g /l, RS 2.8 g/l

In the vineyard

Grapes were handpicked at optimum ripeness at the end of February 2019. Grapes come from Stellenbosch and Elgin.

In the cellar

The grapes from Stellenbosch were tank fermented while those from Elgin were in second fill barrels. 25% of the wine was in second fill barrels for 10 months while the rest was on the lees in the tank.

Pairing suggestions

Salmon, fatty fish, shellfish or pork dishes