Chenin Blanc 100%
Inspector Péringuey Chenin Blanc 2023 - Jordan
Inspector Péringuey Chenin Blanc 2023 - Jordan
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The name of this Chenin Blanc pays homage to Louis Albert Péringuey, a 19th-century Western Cape vineyard inspector who led the fight against phylloxera and oversaw the importation of American rootstocks.
On the nose, French oak adds style and class to this magical grape. Mouth deliciously full with white pear, quince and green pineapple meeting with spicy complexity.
Pairings: Lean fish, lightly spiced foods and mild, soft cheeses.
Alcohol content: 13.5% volume
Cap: Screw
Origin
Origin
Wine of Origin South Africa, Stellenbosch.
In the vineyard
In the vineyard
The vineyards are located 220m above sea level and enjoy very favourable climatic conditions as they are reached by Atlantic breezes from False Bay and have double exposure to the east and south.
Soil: decomposed granite and loam.
Age of vines: 39 years.
In the cellar
In the cellar
After a soft pressing followed by cold decantation for 2 days, the must is fermented in 228 L second and third use barrels and in amphora. The wine is aged in barrels for 6 months with occasional rotation of the barrels.
To accentuate the fresh citrus flavour, 29% steel-fermented Chenin Blanc is added to the barrel-fermented portion.
Awards
Awards
Tim Atkin: 91;
James Suckling: 91;
Diners Platter: 92.
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