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Chardonnay

Argento Seleccion Chardonnay2019: $9:95

What can you Expect: For some the name will make you think Silver, the look and the taste will quickly make you think that you have struck Gold especially considering the sub $10 price tag.  An extra dry Chardonnay with a combination of nuts and fruit flavour.

$19.95 – Catena Chardonnay 2017

It must have been time for one of my blackened trout dinners so the mind automatically turns to thoughts of something white! What the Experts say: Some high-mountain character in the appealing pear nose. Just a hint of pineapple, too. Crisp acidity and fruit freshness...

$14.75 – Zuccardi Q – Chardonnay 2016

You have no doubt heard the Ikea commercial by now – “Start the car” …this Chardonnay from Tupungato in the Uco Valley in Argentina might be the best deal going in whites.   Bright, crisp and as full bodied as whites get.  I have been a longtime fan of the Zuccardi...

Torrontes

$14.95 – Susana Balbo 2017 Crios Torrontés

From the “Queen of Torrontés” (Argentina’s signature white grape) comes this repeat from last year’s list. Pale yellow-green in colour and perfumy, it combines a lovely mouthfeel (thanks to laying down three months on its lees), with minerality and crisp, tangy...