2019 Bouchard Finlayson Missionvale Chardonnay

Bouchard Finlayson is a world-class estate situated in Walker Bay very near the most southerly tip of Africa. The climate is influenced by the nearby cold Atlantic Ocean making it one of the coolest wine-growing areas in the Cape.  The estate is committed to conservation and sustainable farming, only around 19ha is under vine in order to preserve the natural indigenous fynbos (a valuable ecosystem). The local fauna attracts insects, which in turn attracts other creatures such as birds which help the local environment.

Missionvale is a traditional new world chardonnay.  The name stems from the mission hospital established on the property in the early 19th century. All grapes are estate grown.  Rich yet very fresh, a commanding wine with a solid backbone.  Fruit flavours of pear, melon and peach together with a lively and long-lasting mouthfeel.