Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards
Rooiberg Winery Chardonnay Reserve
2020 Gold Medal
Rooiberg Winery
VARIETAL:
Dry Chardonnay (<5g/l or up to 9g/l if TA <2g/l lower) (1) Barrel fermented/barrel matured/wooded (staves, chips or wood rice) 2019 and older
VINTAGE:
2018
MORE INFORMATION:
This wine exhibits classic Chardonnay varietal characteristics – bright fruit flavours and balanced acidity. Lemony flavours; complex, tropical and citrus aromas with vibrant buttery tones. Sweetish entry, deep fruit flavours and full-bodied. Lovely richness from nine months lees-ageing. Crisp acidity with long finish.
Can be enjoyed with crumbed fish, fried calamari, chicken casseroles and roast pork with apple sauce, as well as turkey and veal.