COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Colombard, Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Van Loveren Vineyards
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Low
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Four Cousins Crisp White 2024 is a white wine from Van Loveren Vineyards in South Africa's Western Cape, specifically the Breede River Valley. It is a blend primarily featuring Colombard with Chenin Blanc. The 'Four Cousins' range is named after the fourth generation of the Retief family, who own Van Loveren Vineyards, an estate with a history dating back to 1937. The winery is committed to producing accessible wines for everyday enjoyment. This particular wine is recognized for its low alcohol content, aligning with the 'NoLo' beverage movement, and is the best-selling bottled wine in South Africa. Van Loveren Vineyards also holds Fair Trade accreditation.
ALCOHOL
8.5%
AVG. PRICE
€8
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
South Africa's best-selling bottled wine.
Fact 02
Part of the popular 'NoLo' (No or Low Alcohol) trend.
Fact 03
Named after the fourth generation of the founding family.
Fact 04
Van Loveren is Fair Trade accredited.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Four Cousins Crisp White is produced by Van Loveren Vineyards using a blend of Colombard (80%) and Chenin Blanc (20%) grapes. A key technique employed is reverse osmosis, a method used to reduce the alcohol content to 8.5% ABV without significantly impacting the wine's flavor profile. This process involves separating the wine, distilling the alcohol from a portion, and then recombining it with de-alcoholized water. The wine is unoaked, indicating that it does not undergo maturation in oak barrels, a choice that typically emphasizes the primary fruit characteristics of the grapes. The grapes are sourced from vines that are approximately 15 years old.
