There are few places with views that match wine so exquisitely as La Petite Ferme in Franschhoek. Now, the boutique winery complements its exquisite rainbow palette of premium wines with the latest release of its Barrel Fermented Chardonnay.
La Petite Ferme Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2016
Type: Chardonnay (Wine)
Weight: 750ml
Eye: Sunshine in a glass
Abv: 12.6%
Taste: The latest incarnation of this wine displays an inviting aroma of beurre noizette (burnt butter) accompanied by notes of roasted almonds that emerge as a result of the wines judicious exposure to wood. On the palate, there are flavours of fresh ripe pineapple and green apple.
Feel: Overall, the wine is well balanced and complex, combining fresh citrus and elegant layers of sensory enjoyment typical of premier Chardonnays.
Score: 93/100
This Chardonnay is made from 50% of Franschhoek estate grapes and 50% from Elim(Agulhas). On the nose it has a warm inviting beurre noizette (burnt butter) and roasted almond notes from the time it spent in wood. Fresh ripe
pineapple and green apple flavours follows onto the palate. A well balanced and complex wine combining fresh citrus and classic rich buttery Chardonnay aromas.
La Petite Ferme is well-known for its premium boutique range of reds and whites that express their unique Franschhoek terroir. Wines are produced in small and limited quantities an approach that encapsulates the best of the estates handcrafting philosophy.
The La Petite Ferme Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2016 is only available from the estate and is sold in the wine shop and restaurant for R200 per bottle.
For more information, visit www.lapetiteferme.co.za. For restaurant reservations, send e-mail to reception@lapetiteferme.co.za or phone +27 (0)21 876 3016.
