It's the start of the Show season, with the first Home show this weekend. This is a clear sign that Spring is around the corner and there will be cottage shows, boat shows etc. coming soon. So for this weekend, start planning all of those Spring/Summer activities over a fun unoaked Chardonnay from Argentina.
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2007 Funky Llama Chardonnay
Tasting Note: Funky Llama is a fresh unoaked style of Chardonnay that highlights the pure varietal flavours. The wine has a brilliant yellow-straw colour and a fresh, pear and apple nose. The fruit notes carry on in the palate and the wine has bright, clean mouth feel with a crisp finish.
Enjoy With: Perfect with a cream sauce pasta or with some grilled seafood.
Dry / Sweet: Dry white wine.
Terroir / Region: Grapes for Funky Llama are grown and produced at a single estate in Mendoza, the heart of Argentine wine country. The vineyard has an altitude of 3,000 feet and lies in the shadow of the Andes Mountains. The region is known for low rainfall, warm days and cool nights, perfect for crisp bright white wines.
Producer: With a label like this the winery and brand is all about fun but with a strong emphasis on quality. The goal is to provide great value wine to be enjoyed every day.
Availability: Every day on regular LCBO shelves. |
