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Simonsig

Simonsig Chenin Blanc

South Africa, Stellenbosch

White wine

3.5

Expert Rating

3.8

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Simonsig Chenin Blanc is a popular white wine produced by Simonsig Estate, a renowned winery in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The wine is made from Chenin Blanc grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which benefit from the area's unique terroir, characterized by a Mediterranean climate, cool sea breezes, and decomposed granite soils. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, with a focus on preserving the natural acidity and fruit flavors of the grapes. The resulting wine is crisp, refreshing, and elegant, with notes of citrus, green apple, and tropical fruits, making it an ideal choice for pairing with seafood, salads, and spicy dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Simonsig Chenin Blanc is a delightful, light-bodied white wine with a fresh, crisp acidity.It has aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and a hint of honey. The palate offers flavors of ripe yellow apple, lemon, and a touch of tropical fruit. The wine has a pleasant minerality and a lingering finish. Enjoy this refreshing, easy-drinking white with seafood dishes, salads, or on its own.

EXPERT RATING

3.5

DRINKING WINDOW

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2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chenin Blanc

ORIGINS

Winery: Simonsig

Region: Stellenbosch

Situated in the Western Cape of South Africa, Stellenbosch is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions. With a long and illustrious history, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country’s most celebrated wineries and produces a wide range of wines that have earned international acclaim. Stellenbosch has been producing wine since the late 17th century, when the first vines were planted by French Huguenot protestants. The region has since become one of the most important wine-producing areas in South Africa, and is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.8

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