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2018 Chenin Blanc
Apeloko
South Africa
Taste the fruit of the Apeloko farmers in this 91 Point, Double Gold medal-winning South African Chenin Blanc
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Apeloko
Chenin Blanc
Apeloko directly translates to “the man who stays late at the farm,” and sometimes that’s what it takes to make a truly amazing wine. This South African Chenin Blanc comes from decades-old vines that produced hearty grapes for a wine with beautiful notes of Fuji apple, candied lemon, and a vibrant acidity. It’s a concentrated Chenin Blanc that is still easy to enjoy. The flavors and acidity can stand up to some very rich foods. We want to try this with pâté, fresh tuna, and roasted chicken at the end of a long day’s work.
The winery responsible for making this wine is Babylon's Peak, which is nestled on the slopes of the Paardeberg Mountains. It's a family-run cellar currently in its fourth generation. Winemaker Stephen Basson uses his upbringing at the vineyard to drive his winemaking process and focuses on making wines that truly represent the terroir of South African soil ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Apeloko
Chenin Blanc
Apeloko directly translates to “the man who stays late at the farm,” and sometimes that’s what it takes to make a truly amazing wine. This South African Chenin Blanc comes from decades-old vines that produced hearty grapes for a wine with beautiful notes of Fuji apple, candied lemon, and a vibrant acidity. It’s a concentrated Chenin Blanc that is still easy to enjoy. The flavors and acidity can stand up to some very rich foods. We want to try this with pâté, fresh tuna, and roasted chicken at the end of a long day’s work.
The winery responsible for making this wine is Babylon's Peak, which is nestled on the slopes of the Paardeberg Mountains. It's a family-run cellar currently in its fourth generation. Winemaker Stephen Basson uses his upbringing at the vineyard to drive his winemaking process and focuses on making wines that truly represent the terroir of South African soil ...
WINE REGION:
South Africa
With its mountainous, maritime-influenced winegrowing regions, South Africa produces top-quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Chenin Blanc and premium Syrah, Pinotage, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The Dutch brought vines here back in the 1600s to satiate their thirsty sailors en route to India, but they probably never imagined just how important to the wine world South Africa would one day become. Indeed, it took centuries for South Africa to discover its full potential. Most of the country's winegrowing areas thrive in the southwest, known as the Western Cape. Its most famous regions are an easy drive from Cape Town and include Stellenbosch, Swartland, Breedekloof and Franschhoek.
WINE REGION
South Africa
With its mountainous, maritime-influenced winegrowing regions, South Africa produces top-quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Chenin Blanc and premium Syrah, Pinotage, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The Dutch brought vines here back in the 1600s to satiate their thirsty sailors en route to India, but they probably never imagined just how important to the wine world South Africa would one day become. Indeed, it took centuries for South Africa to discover its full potential. Most of the country's winegrowing areas thrive in the southwest, known as the Western Cape. Its most famous regions are an easy drive from Cape Town and include Stellenbosch, Swartland, Breedekloof and Franschhoek.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Pâté, Roasted Chicken, Grilled Fish
Pairs well with…
Pâté, Roasted Chicken, Grilled Fish
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Pâté, Roasted Chicken, Grilled Fish
Pairs well with…
Pâté, Roasted Chicken, Grilled Fish
TASTING NOTES:
Lemon
Green Apple
Mineral
The concentrated grapes used to make this Chenin Blanc have ripe flavors of Fuji apple and candied lemon peel. They are supported by a vibrant acidity and a crisp yet luscious mouthfeel. Crisp acid but with intense flavors can stand up to a pâté, fresh fish, or a roasted chicken. Try complementing the meats with citrus-based sauces.
TASTING NOTES
Lemon
Green Apple
Mineral
The concentrated grapes used to make this Chenin Blanc have ripe flavors of Fuji apple and candied lemon peel. They are supported by a vibrant acidity and a crisp yet luscious mouthfeel. Crisp acid but with intense flavors can stand up to a pâté, fresh fish, or a roasted chicken. Try complementing the meats with citrus-based sauces.
AWARDS:
Apeloko
5 TOTAL AWARDS
91 Points, 2019 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Double Gold Medal, 2019 Harvest Challenge
Gold Medal, 2019 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
AWARDS
Apeloko
5 TOTAL AWARDS
91 Points, 2019 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Double Gold Medal, 2019 Harvest Challenge
Gold Medal, 2019 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Apeloko
Winemakers are lifelong students. Just like “apeloko”: the man who stays late at the farm, our winemakers have long days and nights combining hard work during harvest and technical skill while blending to make the complicated look easy. Apeloko is the epitome of the reward achieved through hard work, tenacity, and skill.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Apeloko
Winemakers are lifelong students. Just like “apeloko”: the man who stays late at the farm, our winemakers have long days and nights combining hard work during harvest and technical skill while blending to make the complicated look easy. Apeloko is the epitome of the reward achieved through hard work, tenacity, and skill.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Apeloko
Winemakers are lifelong students. Just like “apeloko”: the man who stays late at the farm, our winemakers have long days and nights combining hard work during harvest and technical skill while blending to make the complicated look easy. Apeloko is the epitome of the reward achieved through hard work, tenacity, and skill.