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2018 Chenin Blanc

Apeloko

South Africa, South Africa

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Taste the fruit of the Apeloko farmers in this 91 Point, Double Gold medal-winning South African Chenin Blanc

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About This Wine

Apeloko

Chenin Blanc

Apeloko directly translates to “the man who stays late at the farm,” and sometimes that’s what it takes to make a truly amazing wine. This South African Chenin Blanc comes from decades-old vines that produced hearty grapes for a wine with beautiful notes of Fuji apple, candied lemon, and a vibrant acidity. It’s a concentrated Chenin Blanc that is still easy to enjoy. The flavors and acidity can stand up to some very rich foods. We want to try this with pâté, fresh tuna, and roasted chicken at the end of a long day’s work.

The winery responsible for making this wine is Babylon's Peak, which is nestled on the slopes of the Paardeberg Mountains. It's a family-run cellar currently in its fourth generation. Winemaker Stephen Basson uses his upbringing at the vineyard to drive his winemaking process and focuses on making wines that truly represent the terroir of South African soils.

Judges love it too! It took home 91 Points and a Gold medal from the 2019 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition and another Double Gold medal from the 2019 Harvest Challenge.
Apeloko 2018 Chenin Blanc South Africa

Wine Region

South Africa

With its mountainous, maritime-influenced winegrowing regions, South Africa produces top-quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Chenin Blanc and premium Syrah, Pinotage, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The Dutch brought vines here back in the 1600s to satiate their thirsty sailors en route to India, but they probably never imagined just how important to the wine world South Africa would one day become. Indeed, it took centuries for South Africa to discover its full potential. Most of the country's winegrowing areas thrive in the southwest, known as the Western Cape. Its most famous regions are an easy drive from Cape Town and include Stellenbosch, Swartland, Breedekloof and Franschhoek.

Flavor Profile

Pairs well with… Pâté, Roasted Chicken, Grilled Fish

Body 2 Acidity 4Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 3

Tasting Notes

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The fruitful and concentrated grapes used to make this Chenin Blanc have ripe flavors of Fuji apple and candied lemon peel. They are supported by a vibrant acidity and a crisp yet luscious mouthfeel. Its natural acidity and full flavors can stand up to the hottest summer day.

Awards

Apeloko 2018 Chenin Blanc South Africa: Chenin Blanc

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5 TOTAL AWARDS

  • Double Gold Medal, 2019 Harvest Challenge
  • Silver Medal, 2019 International Women's Wine Competition
  • Points 91 Points, 2019 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
  • Gold Medal, 2019 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
  • Silver Medal, 2019 Monterey International Wine Competition
Apeloko 2018 Chenin Blanc South Africa