Sunday, February 15, 2015

Tasting Riebeek Chenin Blanc

Name: Riebeek Cellar Chenin Blanc

Variety: Chenin Blanc

Region:  Swartland

Country: South Africa

Year: 2014

Price: $10

Shop Review: Like any good Sauvignon Blanc, this opens with oceanic aromas of citrus fruits, sea foam and minerality. In the mouth, it is juicy and stony, with washing acidity. Flavors of honeydew, lime and a nice grassiness finish firm, with good backbone. Drink this with salads, shellfish and ceviche

My Review: To me, this wine seemed almost a bit watered down. It had a distinct smell of dried fruit, perhaps like dried pears or mangos. It was very acidic at taste, but with the watered down feel, I wasn't quite sure what to make of it.

I didn't try this with food, but perhaps it would make it better!

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