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Cloudy Bay - 2020 Chardonnay

Cloudy Bay - 2020 Chardonnay

New Zealand
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Wairau Valley
Smooth, elegant and refined. Pair it with just about anything.

Description

Cloudy Bay Chardonnay has quietly–but firmly–held onto its reputation as the perfect food wine. It is one for connoisseurs and gastronomic adventurers: refined, poised and balanced. Painstakingly made using traditional techniques, it is a true ‘food wine’. Fruit from vineyards in the stony soils of Wairau Valley and the dense clay of the Southern Valleys work together to create a wine that marries ripe stone fruit and citrusy elegance.

Wine at a glance

Still Wine
2020
Dry
White
Chardonnay
13.6
% Alcohol
Barique 11 months
Medium Bodied
1/2 hour decanting
Drink now on in max 5 years

Tasting Notes

Appearance
Light to medium yellow color.
Aroma
The wine has a complex aroma, with ripe tropical fruit notes such as pineapple, mango, and papaya, as well as citrus notes like lemon and lime. It also has a hint of vanilla and buttery oak, which comes from the wine being aged in oak barrels.
Flavor
The wine is rich and full-bodied, with a good balance of acidity and a creamy texture. The flavors mirror the aromas, with ripe tropical fruit and citrus notes, along with vanilla and buttery oak.
Overall Impression
Overall, Cloudy Bay Chardonnay is a wine that is known for its rich, complex flavors and good balance of acidity, making it a great choice for pairing with food. It is also a wine that is known for its aging potential, and can develop even more complexity as it ages in the bottle.
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About Winery

Cloudy Bay

Country: New Zealand
Region: Wairau Valley
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