Calvet Varietals Chardonnay Ice 75cl
Fill a big glass with ice, pour this over, and you've basically got a holiday in your hand. It's a French Chardonnay that practically tastes like a fruit bowl: ripe pineapple, juicy mango, a soft kiss of vanilla. Off-dry, so there's a gentle sweetness, but it stays bright and lively instead of cloying. Perfect for a hot Nairobi afternoon, a slow Sunday on the balcony, or whenever wine usually feels like too much fuss.
Stick your nose in and it's all tropical: pineapple and mango up front, then that little vanilla warmth curling underneath. The sip follows through, soft and round with that off-dry touch of sweetness, but a thread of citrusy freshness keeps it from going flabby. It's smooth, fruity and gulpable, the kind of white that doesn't ask you to think hard. Over ice it loosens up even more and turns into something close to a grown-up cordial. Easy company, no homework required.
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Where it's from
Calvet is one of those proper old French houses, going since 1818 when Jean-Marie Calvet got things rolling before the family planted their flag in Bordeaux. These days they bottle wine from all over France. This Chardonnay comes off the sunny vineyards of the south, the Pays d'Oc, which is exactly why it's so generous and fruit-forward. The 'Ice' bit isn't a gimmick: it's genuinely styled to be poured over ice, a smart, modern twist from a house that's been at this for over two centuries.
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- What is the price of Calvet Varietals Chardonnay Ice 75cl?
Calvet Varietals Chardonnay Ice 75cl is KSh 2,619 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for delivery in 30 minutes for most areas in Nairobi, or next day countrywide.
- What does Calvet Varietals Chardonnay 'Ice' 75cl taste like?
Tropical and juicy: pineapple and mango on the nose and palate, with a soft hint of vanilla. It's off-dry, so lightly sweet, but stays fresh and smooth rather than heavy.
- What is the ABV?
It's 11%, on the lighter side for a white, which is part of why it goes down so easily.
- How do I serve it?
Pour it straight over a glass of ice, or get it properly cold in the fridge (around 6 to 8°C) and serve in a big wine glass. It's built for the ice treatment.
- Is it sweet or dry?
Off-dry, meaning just a touch of sweetness. Enough to feel fruity and round, but not a dessert wine. Citrus freshness keeps it balanced.
- What pairs with it?
Grilled prawns, fish, mild curries, spicy wings, light salads or sushi. The gentle sweetness is great against a bit of chilli heat.
- Where is it from?
France. It's made by Calvet, a historic French wine house founded in 1818, from Chardonnay grown in the sunny south (Pays d'Oc).
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Calvet Varietals Chardonnay Ice 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Calvet Varietals Chardonnay Ice 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 2,619. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.
