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Boschendal Sommelier Selection Chenin Blanc 2021
Coastal Region, South AfricaThe Sommelier Selection is just what it sounds like: a geekier version of the standard label. Elevated acidity and more bitter citrus zest plays down the sugar and ups the complexity. The palate mixes lime rind, sappy pine, grapefruit, and honey. The style is upbeat and zesty, playing on the green notes of chenin from olives to kiwi, all with a bitter undercurrent. Is it chenin? That is the question.Back to the drawing board.Tasted: 12 August 2022Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:BC | $21.45 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Grape: Chenin BlancCSPC: 174926UPC: 6001506908726