Bouchard Finlayson Crocodile's Lair Kaaimansgat Chardonnay 2021

Bursting at the seams with elegance and finesse, the 2018 Crocodiles Lair Chardonnay opens with seductive aromas of creamy peach and pineapple yogurt, sautéed apples with lemon pastry cream, toasted nuts and vanilla. Medium-bodied, the wine is an instant success with energetic acidity and a soft creamy mouthfeel with a subtle mineral tension that shines a light on the immaculate fruit and oak profile. Concluding with a crunchy and juicy-fruited finish, the wine continues to offer pleasure with lingering sweet citrus tones and popcorn kernel essence. At this price, by the entire case. Bravo!