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Ophidian 2021 Chenin Blanc Swartland, South Africa

2021 Swartland Chenin Blanc

The Ophidian 2021 Chenin Blanc from Swartland, South Africa, showcases a harmonious blend of medium-bodied richness, balanced acidity, and moderate fruit intensity. This Chenin Blanc offers a tantalizing experience with its vibrant array of flavors in every sip. The wine hails from the renowned Swartland region, known for producing exceptional Chenin Blanc varietals that captivate the senses. The 2021 vintage of Ophidian is a testament to the winemaking excellence found in this terroir, delivering a delightful white wine experience.

Tasting notes:

On the nose, you’re greeted by a lemon-like scent without the bite; this is the aroma of the citrus fruit, Buddha’s hand. The palate is medium-bodied with soft, silky textures where flavors lean into stone and tropical fruit, offering ripe apricot, peach and kiwi notes.

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Color Intensity Color Intensity 2

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Region:

Swartland

Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.

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