Beaumont Chenin Blanc
Beaumont Chenin Blanc
- Walker Bay, South Africa
- Pairs with Shellfish, White Fish, and Poultry
- In stock, ready to ship
Ripe tropical aromas of mango, pineapple and papaya are lifted by a crisp, refreshing apple note. The palate is defined by a delicious fine mineral texture leading onto a succulent mid-palate. The final impression is one of a full flavoured, yet precisely poised Chenin Blanc.
Wine Type: White Region Type: Walker Bay Varietal: Chenin Blanc Body: Light
Walker Bay is a wine-producing area on the south coast of the Western Cape, 95 kilometers (60 miles) from Cape Town. It is typified by its maritime climate which is one of the coolest in South Africa. The region is held in high regard for the Burgundian-styled Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that is made here, along with fresh, flinty Sauvignon Blanc. Proximity to the ocean means that the vineyards in Walker Bay are subject to heavy maritime influences. Long, sunny summers are cooled by the ocean breezes that come from the south-east. The Antarctic Benguela current from the nearby Atlantic Ocean ensures these breezes are cold enough to refresh the grapes during the ripening season. This has the effect of slowing the ripening process, allowing the grapes to develop concentrated flavors while retaining acidity.
