Bouchard Aine & Fils Heritage du Conseiller Chardonnay 2020
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Bright straw-colored. The nose is generous and seductive with notes of nectarine and acacia. Elegant, round, and well-balanced with flavors of exotic fruits and a long finale.
An elegant companion to mixed salads, grilled meats, fish, and shellfish.
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White grapefruit, lime and white pepper aromas introduce this Chardonnay. The mouthwatering palate is lemony, also offering white peach, green apple and tinges of apricot. Lime-laced acidity keeps things juicy, loaded with zippy acidity.
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