Reviews & Ratings

2009 Neil Ellis Chardonnay "Stellenbosch"

Winery: Neil Ellis

Vintage: 2009

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Stellenbosch"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Stellenbosch

State or country: South Africa

Price: $20

Cases produced: 1,000

KWG Score: 88.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: September 6, 2011

Wine Review: This pale yellow colored wine from South Africa opens with a mild oak and apple bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, well balanced, and displays pleasant and attractive flavors. Those tasty flavors are an attractive blend of green pear and green apple with a hint of oak after it's gone. The finish is dry and nicely refreshing. For lovers of Chard with an emphasis on fruit this one is for you. Pair this wine with chicken picatta. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Attractive green tints. Tight lemony/lime aromas withgreen apple and a touch of vanilla. Tight focused palate withcitrussyfruitandanelegantlongfinishwith citrussy fruit and an elegant long finish.

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