Starting Blocks Chenin Blanc - Simonsig

Starting Blocks Chenin Blanc - SimonsigThe Chenin Blanc of Simonsig is the white flagship wine of the winery. It appears in a clear straw yellow with greenish reflections in the glass. Its aroma is characterized by the powerful scent of fully ripe apricots, passion fruit, watermelon, guava and pears. On the palate, the Simonsig Chenin Blanc shows a beautiful melting and delicate, well-integrated acidity, as well as a nice harmony between sugar and alcohol. Vinification of the Simonsig Chenin Blanc Aged in stainless steel tanks, Chenin Blanc is the first white wine made by Simonsig's founder, Frans Malan, in 1968. The grapes for the Chenin Blanc are harvested by hand, partially pressed and macerated overnight with skin contact. The wine is then fermented in stainless steel tanks with special pure yeasts. Food Pairing / Food Recommendation for the Chenin Blanc from Simonsig This white wine from Stellenbosch perfectly accompanies Indian and East Asian dishes, poultry and spicy Latin American dishes. Awards for the Chenin Blanc from Simonsig Mundus Vini: Gold & Best of Show South Africa White for 2019 Mundus Vini Summer Tasting 2017: Gold and Best of Show South Africa White for 2017 James Suckling: 90 points for 2016 Veritas Awards: Gold for 2016 John Platter: 3.5/5 stars for 2016 IWSC: Gold for 2015 Mundus Vini: Gold for 2015 Veritas Awards: Gold for 2015 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles: Silver for 2015