WINE DESCRIPTION
Beaumont Chenin Blanc is a premium white wine produced by the renowned Beaumont winery in the Bot River appellation of South Africa. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Houw Hoek Mountains, where the cool maritime climate and shale soils create ideal growing conditions for Chenin Blanc grapes. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including whole-bunch pressing and natural fermentation, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with a rich texture and vibrant acidity. The style of the wine is characterized by its bright citrus and stone fruit flavors, with subtle hints of honey and spice. Overall, Beaumont Chenin Blanc is a highly sought-after wine that showcases the best of South African winemaking.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Beaumont Chenin Blanc is a light-bodied, zesty white wine with aromas of ripe tropical fruits, citrus zest, and a hint of honey.On the palate, this dry, crisp wine offers a refreshing acidity that carries through to a mineral-driven finish. Enjoy this wine as an aperitif or with seafood dishes.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chenin Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Beaumont
Region: Walker Bay
Walker Bay is a wine region located in the Western Cape of South Africa. It is situated in the coastal area of the Overberg district, between the towns of Hermanus and Stanford. The region is known for its cool climate and unique terroir, which produces some of the country's most acclaimed wines.
Walker Bay has a long and rich history of winemaking, dating back to the early 1800s. The first vineyards were planted by French Huguenots, who settled in the area and began producing wines from the local grapes. In the late 19th century, the region was further developed by the Dutch settlers, who brought with them their own winemaking techniques and traditions.
Today, Walker Bay is one of South Africa's most important wine regions, with over 200 wineries and vineyards. The region is renowned for its cool climate and unique terroir, which produces some of the country's most acclaimed Burgundian-styled Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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