Rustenberg Chardonnay 2012
Chardonnay
Stellenbosch, South Africa
$19.95 (598631)
Critic Reviews (3)
Once again South Africa over-delivers at the price, with excellent firm structure here. Classic peat, pear, smoky and...
Subtle and reserved for Stellenbosch Chardonnay, in its own dépêche mode, not in any hurry or trapped by fashion....
A firm, ripe, fleshy but balanced new world style chardonnay, with very good length and well above average depth for...
Community Reviews (3)
First impressions are of pear compote, lemon custard and a faint doughy/challah on the end; finishing with good, balancing acidity; enough body and weight throughout, and decent length. A smiling, delicious chardonnay and perhaps the best I've yet to try at this price point. I love it and I'm getting more!
Thoroughly enjoyed this, went back for second.
Richness balanced by nerve and acidity. New World style for sure, but with some French sensibility. Great value.