COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Asda
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sourced from the sun-drenched vineyards of Paarl in South Africa's Western Cape, this Chenin Blanc is curated by Asda's sourcing arm, IPL, under the direction of wine manager Clive Donaldson. By bypassing traditional middlemen and working directly with local growers, this initiative secures high-quality fruit, often from older bush vines. Paarl's warm climate, tempered by cooling breezes, allows Chenin Blanc to develop rich, ripe characteristics while maintaining its signature vibrant energy.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€8
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sourced directly from Western Cape growers through Asda's IPL team, bypassing traditional brokers to offer exceptional value.
Fact 02
Paarl's unique terroir features ancient decomposed granite soils, which contribute distinctive mineral undertones to the wine.
Fact 03
Chenin Blanc is South Africa's most widely planted grape variety, locally historically known as 'Steen'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are harvested during the cool early morning hours of the 2025 vintage to preserve fresh fruit aromatics. Following gentle pressing, the juice undergoes cool fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This protective, unoaked winemaking style ensures the pure, vibrant varietal character of South African Chenin Blanc is fully expressed, focusing on crispness and immediate fruit appeal.
