Paserene
Chardonnay
Chardonnay from Elgin, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Paserene
Paserene is a small family operated winery owned by Martin Smith and Ndabe Mareda the sole purpose of which is to produce high-end luxury wines. Great care was given to ensure that the wines produced and artwork on the labels are truly authentic to its “sense of place and people” and will guarantee a lasting legacy. The name Paserene comes from the Latin word Passeriformes the order of traveling and free birds containing swifts and swallows. Paserene is situated in the quaint town of Franschhoek and is home to their award-winning wine range. A professional and contemporary tasting lounge is situated on the property.
Description
The 2017 Paserene Chardonnay offers a bright green-golden color that is clear and brilliant in the glass. On the nose it is incredibly lively with beautiful notes of citrus zest, parmesan, fresh honey, cream and oats. The fruit profile is mainly lemony, but there is a strong under current of minerals: chalk, quarry dust and clay that makes the wine visceral. On the palate the wine is broad with a reigned-in racy acidity and almost sea-breeze-like salinity that gives the wine great length and complexity.
Food Pairing
Fish, poultry, pork and game bird dishes work well with this wine. It works particularly well with creamy pastas and salmon dishes.
