Babylonstoren Chenin Blanc
Babylonstoren Chenin Blanc
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- Style - Dry, White
- Grape(s) - Chenin Blanc
- Region - Franschhoek, South Africa
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- ABV, Size - 13.5%, 75 cL
A Refreshing Reflection of South African Terroir
Introducing Babylonstoren Chenin Blanc, a lithe, dry summer white that's hard not to love. This stunning wine embodies the vibrant spirit of South Africa’s winemaking heritage, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate the fresh and fruity characteristics of this versatile grape.
Tasting Notes
Babylonstoren Chenin Blanc displays a bright straw yellow colour with a light greenish tint, inviting you to experience its aromatic bouquet. The nose is bursting with enticing notes of intriguing white peach, ripe pineapple, and underlying lemon curd, complemented by refreshing hints of guava, winter melon, fresh gooseberries, and Packham pear undertones. The silky smooth entrance reveals many layers of supple fruit, handled with care to retain the intrinsic Chenin personality at its best. Beautifully balanced, this wine offers a delicious streak of acidity that brings freshness and focus to the palate, making it ideal for summer drinking.
Craftsmanship
Carefully cultivated in Babylonstoren’s vineyards, a total of 10% of the Chenin Blanc blend is aged in Nomblot cement eggs and terracotta clay amphorae, adding a unique depth and complexity to the wine. The remaining grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness and undergo gentle pressing, with the juice fermented in stainless steel tanks to retain the purity of the fruit flavours. This meticulous process reflects the unique terroir of the estate, creating a fresh and vibrant expression of Chenin Blanc.
Key Features
- Region: Paarl, South Africa, renowned for its diverse range of white wines.
- Grape variety: 100% Chenin Blanc.
- Flavour profile: Guava, pineapple, winter melon, fresh gooseberries, and Packham pear, with a silky smooth texture and a delicious acidity.
- Food pairing: Complements seafood dishes, roast chicken with thyme, summer salads, and seasonal quiches.
Babylonstoren Chenin Blanc is a delightful white wine that captures the essence of South African terroir, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy it chilled on a warm day or as a complement to your favourite dishes!
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We invited the lovely Rector of our parish church (the oldest church in Surrey) over for supper with her equally charming husband a while back. They were very kind enough to bring a bottle of this wonderful wine with them as a gift. We liked it so much I subsequently ordered 7 bottles from The Wine Shop to be delivered. I can recommend the wine AND The Wine Shop highly. In fact I have just placed a further order for another 8 bottles.
This one was a surprise find at a local restaurant, so we sought it out to order more. It's hard to describe a flavour, as much as it is to describe sound, but it may be easier to recount my experience of it. Here goes... It has good balance of fruit and body; it doesn't dry the mouth nor kill my palate after a single glass. It's a Primitivo from Puglia, so it has that character. Definitely recommended.
Thought I would give this wine a go as it was a favourite of Winston Churchill, well what can I say but Winston had great taste in red wine. A lovely dark red colour and a deceptive first slurp brings a super easy drink which then catches up to you with a powerful warm feeling in your stomach. Let’s just say it’s dangerously good. 😉
This is my second order of 12 bottles! Lovely wine, easy drinking! Mellow, light fruity notes and a clean refreshing finish!
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It pairs really well with Lasagna and rich meaty pasta dishes. Stands up well with strong flavours, such as garlic.
In fact it would pair well with a beef stew from any country, goulash etc.
It is also a lovely velvety wine that could be enjoyed on its own after the meal.
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Great service from the he Wine Shop, really quick delivery well packed and the wine was splendid.
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My first ever wine from the Wine Shop! This is a beautifully smooth wine but which also has a bit of ‘bite’. Very happy with this wine and I’ll be back!
Bought this as a present for my 22 year old son who was 15 when he first had a taste on a D Day visit 7 years ago. The wine is just as I remembered it, smooth and round, a delicious drink. My son also enjoyed the taste, as an adult.
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