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Terre Noire

2022 Swartland Chenin Blanc

Ken Forrester Terre Noire is a captivating white wine crafted from the Chenin Blanc grape variety in the renowned Swartland region. This wine embodies a full body that is well-rounded and rich, exuding a delightful balance of acidity that adds a refreshing crispness to each sip. The fruit intensity in this Chenin Blanc is prominent, showcasing a vibrant array of flavors that dance on the palate. The tannins are notable, offering a structured backbone to the wine, while the dryness level is dry, enhancing the overall complexity and depth of this exceptional vintage.

Tasting notes:


Honey, Peach, Lemon

Honey

Honey

Peach

Peach

Lemon

Lemon

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

Pairs well with:


Seafood, Poached Fish, Light Seafood

Region:


Swartland
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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