Western Cape, South AfricaThe Western Cape is home to this introductory chenin, a grape that comes with a bit of the zinfandel crisis: you never know what you will get. Sweet or dry, fat or lean, fresh or dull, it comes with no playbook. Scattered Earth opens on the sweet richer side with exotic ripe melon, honeysuckle, and pineapple. There is a citrus undercurrent trying to keep in line, but it ends with a cloying note. Something spicy would be best to balance this wine out in the mouth.Tasted: 17 September 2021Tasted by: Prices:
Western Cape, South AfricaFrom sites around the Western Cape, this is a slick, and full bodied chenin, with ripe melon, ripe pear, and hints of honeysuckle sliding along the fuller palate. There are kisses of fynbos spices, and an ample flush of heat on the 14.5% finish. Drink now, with fuller-flavoured salads.Tasted: 14 September 2021Tasted by: Prices:
Western Cape, South AfricaThis is a ripe, fruit-driven chenin from Scattered Earth, a Western Cape label produced by KWV, that shows a combination of yellow tree fruits, ripe apricot, and guava. There's a honeyed character to the fruit on the palate, but this is still pleasingly dry, fresh, and tangy. Solid value and perfect for everyday sipping.Tasted: 19 September 2021Tasted by: Prices:
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