Spier 21 Gables Chenin Blanc appears pale golden yellow with brilliant highlights. The bouquet is complex and elegant, with notes of white peach, ripe pear and fine marzipan. Nuances of vanilla, subtle smoke and gentle oak spice follow. On the palate the wine is powerful yet precisely structured. Creamy texture meets lively acidity, accompanied by hints of dried apricot and fine minerality. A characterful, dry Chenin Blanc with depth, length and excellent ageing potential, an impressive example of top South African quality. Cellar Master: Frans Smit
 
Vinification:
The grapes were selectively hand-harvested in five passes between 3 and 15 March to capture parcels at different stages of ripeness optimally. After harvest in small 20-kg crates, the grapes were pre-cooled, carefully sorted, destemmed and gently pressed. Skin contact lasted up to six hours and the free-run juice was allowed to settle overnight. Fermentation took place in a combination of 300-, 400-, 500- and 2,500-litre French oak barrels. Different barrel sizes were deliberately used to create varying oak influences that were later harmoniously blended. The wine matured for 10 to 12 months in oak barrels (50% new oak, 50% second-fill).
 
Food pairing:
Crispy pork and duck breast with honey and spices.
 

 
Grape varieties:
Chenin Blanc
 
Vegan:
✅
 
Wine region:
Cape Town
 
Country of origin:
South Africa
 

 
Net volume:
0,75 l
 
Alcohol:
14,0 % vol
 
Acidity:
5,8 g/l
 
Residual sugar:
5,4 g/l
 
Energy:
339 kJ / 81 kcal
 
Allergens:
Contains sulphites
 

 
Seller/shipper:
Vineshop24 GmbH & Co. KG, Dieselstraße 4, 26899 Rhede, Germany
 
Importer:
Vineshop24 GmbH & Co. KG, Dieselstraße 4, 26899 Rhede, Germany
 
GTIN/EAN:
6001522002316
 
Delivery time:
2 - 3 business days