Player's Pavillion
Boschendal wine estate, founded by golfer Gary Player, finds itself in an idyllic south African location. It's northeast of Stellenbosch; south of Paarl.
I was pleasantly surprised by Boschendal's "Le Pavillion" Chardonnay-Semillion, 2004 ($9). In my estimation, this is the perfect under-ten-dollar wine: fresh, crisp, and food-friendly & flexible.
The Skinny
Boschendal "Le Pavillion" Chardonnay-Semillion, 2004 ($9)
- 80% Chardonnay & 20% Semillon; from South Africa's Boschendal valley
- Lemon-gold color
- Zesty mineral scents along with tart apples & citrus
- Very simple and refreshing in the mouth. Light-bodied with tart flavors
***.5 (3.5 stars out of 5)
An easy going, well-made value-priced wine
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