Wild Garden Chenin Blanc

Wild Garden Chenin Blanc

Wild Garden Chenin Blanc has rounded flavours of ripe pineapple and mango with a
refreshing fruity finish.

Tasting Notes for Wild Garden Chenin Blanc
Fresh and aromatic, this easy-drinking Chenin Blanc shows gentle aromas of tangy green
apples and is beautifully balanced with a crisp acidity and a deliciously fruity finish

Vineyard
The grapes come from carefully selected vineyards in the Swartland and Pederberg in the
Cape Coast region. This hot, dry climate has an average temperature range of 25°C to
35°C and an annual rainfall of 450mm and 600mm, but the altitude of these vineyards
creates a cool oasis in this arid landscape. The Atlantic Ocean lies around 20 miles to the
west and this has a significant cooling and moderating effect on the climate. The rolling
hills average around 140 metres above sea level, however, the superior influence on the
wine is from the various soil formations, namely shale, schist, granite and iron stone. These
ancient soils vary greatly in the percentage of clay, mineral content and organic matter.
This Chenin Blanc is from a combination of these soils, which adds layers of fruit and
complexity. Exposure to spring and summer winds create a healthy environment with little
intervention needed to keep the vines healthy.
Winemaking
The grapes were fermented with selected yeasts in temperature controlled stainless steel
tanks to retain the bright and aromatic characteristics of the Chenin Blanc variety, through
to dryness. Malolactic conversion did not take place, resulting in a crisp style of wine.
Producer
Produced in the Wild Garden that is the Cape Coast of South Africa, the duo of wines in
the small but perfectly formed Wild Garden range, showcases the classic South African
grape varieties. Carefully selected, blended and bottled for us, the Pinotage is South
Africa’s signature grape variety with an easy drinking fruity style, while the Chenin Blanc
with its fresh fruity flavours is very quaffable indeed.

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Wild Garden Chenin Blanc