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Rustenberg Chardonnay 2013 Wine Review

Rustenberg Chardonnay 2013

Rustenberg Chardonnay 2013

Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $19.95

Drink: 2013-2017

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Rustenberg

Agent: Woodman Wines & Spirits

Natalie's Score: 90/100

Love this style of South African chardonnay. Toasty and rich but also mouth-watering and vibrant: it's got it all. This wine was aged in 40% new and 60% second-use oak barrels for a year. Toasted almond and green apple on the nose with lime-orange citrus on the palate. Balanced and lovely with a long finish. Wow! Pair with grilled chicken.

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This Rustenberg Chardonnay 2013 was reviewed on May 16, 2015 by Natalie MacLean

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Heather Wall - CS; WSET Advanced rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

This is a juicy Chardonnay! Ripe with tree fruit, tropical fruit,lemon curd, butter, nuts, and toast. Rich and creamy to the last drop. Long nutty finish. Good value at $20. Enjoy with shrimp in lobster sauce, shellfish, roasted or grilled poultry.
Tasted: May 2015

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