COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Ernie Els Winery
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Ernie Els Big Easy Chenin Blanc 2021 is a white wine from the Western Cape, South Africa, crafted by Ernie Els Winery. The 'Big Easy' brand is inspired by the golfer Ernie Els' nickname and his fluid style, aiming to translate this elegance into the wine. The winery is situated in Stellenbosch and is led by winemaker Louis Strydom, with a philosophy of 'Passion for elegance'. The grapes are sourced from individually selected, low-yielding vines across various sub-regions of the Western Cape, including Stellenbosch, Durbanville, and Perdeberg. This wine represents a contemporary interpretation of the Chenin Blanc varietal, known for its accessibility and charm.
ALCOHOL
13.8%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after golfer Ernie Els' famous nickname, 'The Big Easy'.
Fact 02
The winery's motto is 'Passion for elegance'.
Fact 03
Grapes are hand-harvested in the cool of early morning.
Fact 04
A modern take on a classic South African varietal.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Ernie Els Big Easy Chenin Blanc 2021 is produced from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes. The grapes are hand-harvested in the early morning. Following harvest, the wine undergoes fermentation on lees for two months, with weekly stirring (bâtonnage) to enhance texture and complexity. A small portion of the wine is briefly aged in French oak barrels, contributing subtle structure without masking the primary fruit characteristics. The aim is to create a modern, approachable expression of Chenin Blanc.
