{"product_id":"avondale-armilla-blanc-de-blanc-2016","title":"Avondale Armilla Blanc de Blanc 2016","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eThe Avondale Armilla Blanc de Blanc 2016 comes from Avondale Wine Estate in Paarl, where the vineyards sit on deep, well-drained soils at the foot of the Klein Drakenstein mountains. The region’s warm days are tempered by cooling afternoon breezes, helping Chardonnay retain the acidity and precision needed for traditional-method sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"801\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eAvondale has built a reputation for farming in harmony with nature, following certified organic and biodynamic principles across the estate. The approach is thoughtful rather than interventionist: healthy soils, balanced vineyards and minimal cellar manipulation are central to the philosophy. Armilla is produced in the traditional method from Chardonnay only, with extended lees ageing adding texture and complexity while preserving the estate’s hallmark freshness and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003ePale gold with a fine, persistent mousse and a bright, lively rim in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eLemon zest, green apple and white peach lead the aromatics, followed by baked brioche, roasted almonds and a subtle chalky minerality from extended lees ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eThe palate is precise and energetic, with crisp citrus and stone-fruit flavours balanced by creamy texture and delicate biscuit notes. The acidity keeps the wine focused and dry in style, while the mousse remains refined and gentle rather than aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eLong, clean and savoury, finishing with lingering citrus peel, toasted pastry and mineral freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avondale","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45240799363251,"sku":"SW1602CC10","price":419.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/AvondaleArmillaBlancdeBlanc2016.jpg?v=1777898907","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/avondale-armilla-blanc-de-blanc-2016","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}