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2 Total Awards
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2020 Chenin Blanc

Ophidian

Swartland, South Africa

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An approachable and delectable Chenin Blanc from Swartland

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About This Wine


Ophidian

Chenin Blanc

Just 40 miles north of Cape Town on the western edge of the South African coast, Swartland is a gorgeous winegrowing region. With vineyard sites in a multitude of locations and altitudes, all fruit receives sufficient coastal influences from the bordering Atlantic Ocean along with a hot, arid climate. This setting is truly idyllic and creates harvests that are typically lower in yield but berries with an incredibly high concentration of flavor. Our winemaking partners for the 2020 vintage of Ophidian Chenin Blanc have been making wine in the appellation since 1957 and are greatly admired for their craft. Fruit used in this wine was picked on the earlier side of harvest and showcases delicious stone fruit and tropical fruit flavors. With an approachable acidity and a beautifully rounded mouthfeel, this wine is balanced, incredibly easy-drinking, and perfect with a myriad of various dishes. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.

Ophidian 2020 Chenin Blanc Swartland, South Africa

Wine 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.

Flavor Profile


Pairs well with… Spring Vegetables, Lemon Butter Scallops, Risotto

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Tasting Notes


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  • A figure representing the Pineapple tasting note. Pineapple
  • A figure representing the Honeysuckle tasting note. Honeysuckle

Sweet white floral aromas of honeysuckle jump out of the glass and complement beautiful fruit flavors of apricot and pineapple, while a balanced acidity coats the tastebuds.

Awards


Ophidian 2020 Chenin Blanc Swartland, South Africa: Chenin Blanc

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2 TOTAL AWARDS

  • Gold Medal, 2021 Sommelier Challenge
  • Points 92 Points, 2021 Sommelier Challenge
Ophidian 2020 Chenin Blanc Swartland, South Africa