VIOGNIER / CHENIN BLANC

WINE OF ORIGIN

Franschhoek

VINTAGE

2010

GRAPE VARIETY

60% Chenin Blanc and 40% Viognier. The grapes used for the white blend are grown on the steep, south-western facing slopes of the mountain facing Grande Provence Estate. The wine was aged for six months in third fill French Oak barrels.

ANALYSIS

Alc/Vol

14.5%

PH

3.39

R.S.

2.3

Acid

6.1

STYLE

The Viognier / Chenin Blanc blend has an elegant nose showing peach, spice and yeasty notes. The palate is full bodied with layers of flavour, including dried apricot and cream. A long, dry finish rounds off this perfectly balanced blend.

SERVING SUGGESTION

This wine can be enjoyed with Grilled Quail smothered in candied walnuts and grilled pear with a honey glaze sauce. This wine could also be paired with Roasted Pork Belly or creamy Chicken a la King.

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