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De Wetshof Chardonnay Bateleur 2018 750ml

size
750ml
country
South Africa
appellation
Robertson
DC
96
VM
92
JS
92
DC
96
Rated 96 by Decanter
Fine and alluring with limestone and wet slate, lemon cream, lime peel and a vanilla pod kiss. A long, distinguished finish with nutty oatmeal flavours. (Gold) - DWWA 2022 ... More details
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De Wetshof Chardonnay Bateleur 2018 750ml

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Professional Ratings
DC
96
VM
92
JS
92
DC
96
Rated 96 by Decanter
Fine and alluring with limestone and wet slate, lemon cream, lime peel and a vanilla pod kiss. A long, distinguished finish with nutty oatmeal flavours. (Gold) - DWWA 2022
VM
92
Rated 92 by Vinous Media
The 2018 Chardonnay Bateleur is more closed on the nose compared to others that I tasted from the estate. The palate is well defined, with some new oak to be "eaten up" on the entry, though there is admirable weight and ample freshness, and hints of desiccated orange peel on the finish. Excellent.
JS
92
Rated 92 by James Suckling
Grilled pineapple, lemon curd, baked oats and smoked almonds on the nose. Crushed shells, too. Full-bodied with a creamy texture. Flavorful, subtly smoky and vibrant palate. Sustainable. Drink now.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
South Africa
appellation
Robertson
Overview
Fine and alluring with limestone and wet slate, lemon cream, lime peel and a vanilla pod kiss. A long, distinguished finish with nutty oatmeal flavours. (Gold) - DWWA 2022
green grapes

Varietal: Chardonnay

Despite having its origins in western France, Chardonnay's immense popularity and flexibility quickly meant that before long, there wasn't a wine producing country in the world which wasn't investing in this fascinating and versatile grape varietal. Today, Chardonnays manage to win fine wine competitions and satisfy supermarket shoppers simultaneously, due to the fact that this grape varietal can take on many characteristics and features of where it is grown and how it is handled. Indeed, this green skinned grape is renowned for not having so much unique flavor within the fruit, but is very sensitive to the features of the terroir it is grown in, as well as to aging As such, it isn't unusual to find bottles of single variety Chardonnay wine described as holding notes of white stone, mountain waters, or other such geological features alongside the more predictable fruit descriptions This makes Chardonnay grape varietal wines an exciting world to delve into – full of surprises, full of delights.
fields

Country: South Africa

As geographically diverse country, with everything from lush green valleys to areas of arid desert, mountainsides and river estuaries, South Africa unsurprisingly produces a huge range of excellent wines. Regions such as the Breede River Valley consistently impress with their Semillon wines and the lush, fruity Ruby Cabernets grown and processed here, and the cooler region of Overberg is attracting much attention as a result of their silky Pinot Noir bottles. However, all over the oceanic tip of this fascinating country, traditional methods dating back over three hundred years are combining with modern technologies to produce some of the finest examples of New World wines to be found anywhere on the globe.
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews
De Wetskof makes wonderful chardonnays with Bateleur at the top

Would you buy this product again?: Yes
Would you recommend this to a friend?: Yes
What did you pair the product with?: Charcuterie (Assorted Dried Meats), Hard/Sharp Cheeses, Cooked Fish, Roasted Chicken/Poultry, Burgers/Pizza/Picnic-Style Foods
11-24-2023
12:58 PM
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green grapes

Varietal: Chardonnay

Despite having its origins in western France, Chardonnay's immense popularity and flexibility quickly meant that before long, there wasn't a wine producing country in the world which wasn't investing in this fascinating and versatile grape varietal. Today, Chardonnays manage to win fine wine competitions and satisfy supermarket shoppers simultaneously, due to the fact that this grape varietal can take on many characteristics and features of where it is grown and how it is handled. Indeed, this green skinned grape is renowned for not having so much unique flavor within the fruit, but is very sensitive to the features of the terroir it is grown in, as well as to aging As such, it isn't unusual to find bottles of single variety Chardonnay wine described as holding notes of white stone, mountain waters, or other such geological features alongside the more predictable fruit descriptions This makes Chardonnay grape varietal wines an exciting world to delve into – full of surprises, full of delights.
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Country: South Africa

As geographically diverse country, with everything from lush green valleys to areas of arid desert, mountainsides and river estuaries, South Africa unsurprisingly produces a huge range of excellent wines. Regions such as the Breede River Valley consistently impress with their Semillon wines and the lush, fruity Ruby Cabernets grown and processed here, and the cooler region of Overberg is attracting much attention as a result of their silky Pinot Noir bottles. However, all over the oceanic tip of this fascinating country, traditional methods dating back over three hundred years are combining with modern technologies to produce some of the finest examples of New World wines to be found anywhere on the globe.