COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Boutinot South Africa
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Low
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
Medium - Light
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Cape Heights Chenin Blanc Chardonnay 2023 is a white wine from Boutinot South Africa, a producer with a history dating back to the 1970s. It is a blend of 70% Chenin Blanc and 30% Chardonnay, sourced from the Western Cape region. The wine is positioned as an accessible option, offering a combination of quality and value for everyday enjoyment. The 2023 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions in the Western Cape, contributing to the wine's fresh character.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 2022 vintage won Gold at the Sakura Awards.
Fact 02
Boutinot has been involved in the wine trade since the 1970s.
Fact 03
This wine is available in Systembolaget's permanent assortment (artikelnummer 2021).
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Cape Heights Chenin Blanc Chardonnay 2023 is a white wine produced by Boutinot South Africa. The grapes are machine-harvested from the Western Cape region. The wine is a blend of 70% Chenin Blanc and 30% Chardonnay. It is fermented and aged without the use of oak, a technique chosen to emphasize the natural fruit characteristics of the varietals. The wine has a light body and low acidity.
