Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2023 vs Pulenta Estate Chardonnay (VIII) 2023
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Pulenta Estate Chardonnay (VIII) 2023 currently starts £0.04 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £18.99 | £18.95 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Klein Constantia | Pulenta |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Sauvignon Blanc | Chardonnay |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc is a benchmark example of this variety from South Africa's celebrated Constantia Valley. Benefiting from the region's cool climate, maritime influence, and granitic soils, this wine showcases freshness, purity, and expressive fruit character with crisp acidity and a refreshing, lingering finish. Why You'll Love It This is Constantia Valley Sauvignon Blanc at its finest—crisp, vibrant, and beautifully expressive with exceptional purity. Founded in 1685, Klein Constantia is one of South Africa's most historic and prestigious wine estates, set between the slopes of Table Mountain and the False Bay coast. Internationally acclaimed for its wines, particularly the iconic sweet wine Vin de Constance, Klein Constantia's Sauvignon Blanc has also built a reputation for quality and precision. The cool climate, maritime influence, and decomposed granite soils create ideal conditions for world-class Sauvignon Blanc. Vineyard & Production Sourced from carefully selected Sauvignon Blanc vines grown on decomposed granite soils in the Constantia Valley, benefiting from cool climate and maritime influence. Grapes were harvested by hand in the cool of the morning, gently pressed, and fermented at controlled temperatures in stainless steel to preserve aromatics. A portion was aged on fine lees for added texture and complexity. Tasting Notes Bright and pale in colour with aromas of citrus, passionfruit, and elderflower, layered with subtle saline and mineral undertones. The palate is crisp and vibrant with lively acidity carrying flavours of lime zest, green apple, and tropical fruit to a refreshing, lingering finish. Perfect Pairings Perfect as an aperitif or paired with oysters, sushi, grilled fish, goat cheese, or fresh summer salads. Also excellent with shellfish, Asian cuisine, or light seafood dishes. Best served well chilled at 8–10°C. Grape Variety 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Pulenta Estate Chardonnay (VIII) 2023
Pulenta Chardonnay VIII is a refined and expressive white wine from the prestigious vineyards of Mendoza, Argentina. This wine showcases Pulenta Estate’s dedication to crafting Chardonnays with elegance and freshness, combining careful vineyard management with meticulous winemaking techniques to highlight the pure varietal character. Meet the producer Pulenta Estate is a family-owned winery in Mendoza, known for producing high-quality, terroir-driven wines that reflect the unique climate and soils of the region. Their philosophy emphasizes balance, elegance, and precision, producing wines that are approachable yet complex, and that express the personality of the vineyard. Production Grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to ensure freshness and aromatic intensity. The must undergoes careful fermentation, partly in stainless steel to preserve crisp fruit flavours and partly in French oak barrels to add complexity, texture, and subtle oak nuances. A portion of the wine may also undergo malolactic fermentation to enhance creaminess and roundness. The wine is then aged for several months in French oak barrels to achieve a harmonious integration of flavours. Tasting notes Bright straw-yellow in colour, the nose reveals aromas of white peach, citrus, and hints of tropical fruit with delicate notes of vanilla and toasted nuts from oak maturation. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, fresh, and vibrant, with balanced acidity, smooth texture, and a long, elegant finish. Food match Pairs beautifully with seafood, shellfish, roasted chicken, creamy risottos, or soft cheeses. Grape Chardonnay 100%
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