An unusual South African Chenin Blanc that’s been fermented in oak barrels to give it that oomphy oaky kick on the flavour. So you’ll need an equally robust food choice to match its honey and glue-type flavours. There’s some juicy freshness of apple and pear with lemon. A bit pricey at £9.
Stellenrust Stellenbosch Manor Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc 2020 review
- 3
- Type: White wine
- Grape variety: Chenin Blanc
- Vintage: 2020
- Country: South Africa
- Region: Stellenbosch
- Supplier: Sainsbury's
- Price when reviewed: 9
- What the label says: white peach and pear drop on the nose...rich palate of apricot, apple and almonds
- Alcohol %: 14
- Format: Bottle with screwcap
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