Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South AfricaMy preference is for the skinnier, brighter style of chenin with less perfume and more bright fruit. The Spier Signature Collection always presents fair value, and 2020 is no exception. A quick hit of S02 quickly dissipates, leaving a bright orchard fruit white that overdelivers for $14. Ready to drink and varietally correct, you can’t go wrong.Tasted: 13 April 2021Tasted by: Prices:
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Producer: SpierDistributors: Whitehall Agencies Inc. | Premium Wines and Spirits Grape: Chenin BlancCSPC: 659037UPC: 00606655000299
Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South AfricaThis chenin comes from Western Cape's Breede River and Coastal regions, and an obvious mix of soils (alluvial and decomposed granite ruling) and training (including bush vines). This was cool fermented and aged in stainless on lees for 3 months, prior to bottling. Bright and crisp by design, this shows greengage, hedge, Asian pear, gooseberry, crunchy yellow apple on a snappy, brief palate, finishing with some stony spice. A simple snapshot of youthful chenin, and primed for cracking into now.Tasted: 13 April 2021Tasted by: Prices:
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$13.99
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Producer: SpierDistributors: Whitehall Agencies Inc. | Premium Wines and Spirits Grape: Chenin BlancCSPC: 659037UPC: 00606655000299
Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South AfricaYear after year, Spier's Chenin Blanc is dependably one of the top value wines you'll find on the shelf. This youthful 2020 vintage shows a whiff of sulphur dioxide upon opening, but that's quick to dissipate. What remains is attractive honeyed orchard fruits and some of chenin's inherent savouriness. Wines at this price point can sometimes be style driven, but this admirably stays true to the variety while still being dry (3 g/L residual sugar), approachable, and ready to pour for just about any occasion.Tasted: 13 April 2021Tasted by: Prices:
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$13.99
750ml
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Producer: SpierDistributors: Whitehall Agencies Inc. | Premium Wines and Spirits Grape: Chenin BlancCSPC: 659037UPC: 00606655000299