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Wakefield Winery Clare Valley Estate Chardonnay 2018 Wine Review

Wakefield Winery Clare Valley Estate Chardonnay 2018

Wakefield Winery Clare Valley Estate Chardonnay 2018

Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia

Community Score:89/100

Community Reviews: 5

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Price: $16.95

Drink: 2020-2023

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Wakefield Winery

Agent: Vin Vino Wine Merchants Inc.

Natalie's Score: 90/100

From Clare Valley Estate in South Australia, a cool-climate Chardonnay with crunchy green apple, ripe pear, fresh melon, ripe stone fruit and nutty flavours long and creamy on the palate. Pair with grilled seafood dishes.

Chardonnay food pairings: turkey burgers, crab cakes, chicken breast, lobster in butter sauce, cheese.

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This Wakefield Winery Clare Valley Estate Chardonnay 2018 was reviewed on July 10, 2020 by Natalie MacLean

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Craig Haynes - WSET3 FWS SWS IWS rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Butterscotch, nutty, citrus and stone fruit aromas were on full display in this chardonnay from Australia’s Clare Valley. If these aromas entice you, you will enjoy this wine. The palate’s texture featured nutty notes framed with nuances of citrus and stone fruit. A long finish capped the performance. Enjoy.

Reviewed on August 6, 2020
Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

Lovely and bright Chardonnay with aromas of crisp green apple, pineapple, melon and white peach. Medium bodied, with medium+ acidity on the palate with mouthwatering citrus and rich orchard fruit. Enjoy with rich seafood dishes.
From the Clare Valley, South Australia, Wakefield's Clare Valley Estate 2018 is a well-priced, full-bodied Chardonnay toasty and creamy with fresh green apple, ripe pear, tropical fruit, lemon meringue and nutty flavours on the palate. Pair with grilled lobster tails for the BBQ. - Community Wine Reviews

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