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Paul Cluver Chardonnay 2017 Wine Review

Paul Cluver Chardonnay 2017

Paul Cluver Chardonnay 2017

Elgin W.O., South Africa

Community Score:91/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $34.95

Drink: 2019-2022

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Paul Cluver

Agent: Perigon Beverage Group

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Daniel O'Keefe rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

Lightly floral before cinnamon and oak intermingle with peach, stone fruit, citrus, tropical fruit, and honey aromas. Crisp and fresh on the palate with pleasing acidity, mild texture, and a long and generous finish showing hints of minerality alongside the fruits and barrel accents. The minerality and oak get the bulk of the finish, but every element shows one way or another. A top notch Chardonnay with the acidity to cut through creamy pasta sauces, and the weight to take on salmon or pork.
From the Elgin wine region, Paul Cluver 2017 estate Chardonnay is so fragrant with tropical fruit, honey and cream aromas on the nose. Silky smooth, rich and mouth filling on the palate from barrel fermentation. Just a gorgeous South African Chardonnay. Awarded Silver at the 2018 International Wine Challenge. - Community Wine Reviews

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