Ratings
TA 91 · PL 4.5
Identity
| Producer | Simonsig Wine Estate |
| Year | 2023 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Chenin Blanc |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Brilliant clear straw color with a green tinge |
| Aroma | Aromas of tropical fruit including melon, passion fruit, pear, fresh lime, lemon zest, crisp green apple, yellow peach, and floral notes |
| Palate | Well-structured palate with layers of citrus and tropical fruits, refreshing acidity, creamy texture, balanced and harmonious finish |
| Finish | Long, satisfying finish with lingering citrus notes and refreshing acidity |
| Food Pairing | seafood, grilled chicken, goat cheese, sushi, light pasta dishes |
| Serving Temp | Serve chilled, approximately 8-10°C |
| Aging Potential | Can be enjoyed young but has potential to age for several years due to acidity and structure |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Total Acidity | 6.8 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.80 |
| pH | 3.3 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature to preserve fresh fruit flavors |
| Fermentation | Fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature |
Terroir
| Soil | Diverse soil structure of sandstone, granite, and shale |
| Vine Age | Old Vine status as of 2022 vintage |
| Harvest Type | Hand-selected grapes |
| Harvest Desc | Earliest start to harvest in living memory at Simonsig, with first grapes arriving January 11th |
Interesting facts
| First wine released by founder Frans Malan in 1968; 55th consecutive vintage in 2023; first South African sparkling Méthode Cap Classique producer |
Logistics
| Cork | screw cap |