Bouchard Finlayson Crocodile’s Lair Chardonnay hails from South Africa's famed Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. This delightful wine, distinctively pale yellow, is intriguingly aromatic, boasting gentle oak and citrus notes. On the palate, it showcases a fine structure with subtle, well-balanced wood characteristics. Classic Chardonnay flavours of vanilla and butterscotch are grounded by an elegantly pronounced acidity, culminating in a crisp, clean finish. It's a versatile wine, perfect for any occasion, grand or ordinary, and a compelling match for culinary favourites like seafood, white meats, and cheeses.

Tasting Notes

Sleek and refined, a most enjoyable spicy lemon drop aroma announces white peach, nectarine and pear on the palate. A refreshing salinity graces a lasting finish.

About the Winery

Nestled deep within the lush valleys of South Africa's stunning Western Cape, lies the magnificent Bouchard Finlayson winery. Renowned worldwide for its exceptional range of award-winning wines, this boutique vineyard is a hidden gem in the heart of the celebrated Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.

Established in 1989 by eminent wine connoisseurs, Peter Finlayson and the late Paul Bouchard, the winery has remained committed to producing wines of extraordinary character and quality. With a particular emphasis on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and blends, Bouchard Finlayson marries traditional French winemaking techniques with South Africa's unique and capricious climate to create wines that are truly exquisite in their taste and depth.

The vineyard itself is an idyllic setting; the rows of grapevines cascade elegantly across rolling hills, splayed against the South African sun. Here, ripened under cloudless blue skies and caressed by cool coastal breezes, the grapes are nurtured, before being carefully selected and skilfully transformed into Bouchard Finlayson's esteemed range of wines.

Visitors to the winery are invited to explore the vineyard and its striking surroundings. One can join a guided tour, immersing in the grape-to-glass journey, receiving a unique insight into the winemaking process, the secrets preserved and passed down from generations. Afterward, the much-anticipated wine tastings await where one can savor the nuances of each vintage and absorb the passion that infuses every bottle.

Bouchard Finlayson's commitment to excellence, environmental stewardship and creative viticulture has rightly earned its place among the world's top wineries. Here, luxury comes bottled in a harmony of flavours, and the dedicated team continues to cultivate wines that echo the vibrancy and vitality of the vibrant Western Cape, paying homage to its varied terroir.

In the end, despite the global acclaim and numerous awards it has garnered Bouchard Finlayson continues to remain an intimate, family-focused enterprise retaining the personal touch that makes each wine a one-of-a-kind experience.

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