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    Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc - Perfectly Quaffable

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 13, 2019 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    A highly refreshing South African white wine, the Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc.

    Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc - Perfectly Quaffable

    100% Chenin Blanc from up to 45 year old vines in Swartland, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa. The wine does not spend any time in oak.

    Sample submitted for review. The Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc has an SRP of $10 and is available for as low as $8. Imported by Kysela Pere et Fils.

    From the bottle:

    The wines of Riebeek Cellars symbolise the pioneering spirit of Jan van Riebeeck and the everyday quality lifestyle of the beautiful Riebeek Valley.

    Intense tropical flavours are well-balanced by a crisp acid to ensure a fresh and fruity wine to enjoy at any occasion. Drink a glass on its own or with your favourite light meal.

    12.5% Alcohol

    Chenin Blanc from South Africa is another one of those sleeper variety/region pairings that Reverse Wine Snobs should be all over. (Others include Spanish Garnacha, Washington State Merlot and California Petite Sirah just to name a few.) It's been a while since we've featured a South African Chenin Blanc but today we've got a great example.

    The 2018 Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc opens with a fresh and aromatic bouquet filled with floral notes, pink grapefruit and guava. Just like the nose, the wine tastes fresh, crisp and delicious. The flavors turn a bit more to citrus in the mouth. Uncomplicated and easy to drink, this is a highly refreshing wine. Spring can't come soon enough! It ends with a crisp, zesty finish. Perfectly quaffable indeed.

    See a listing of local retailers selling the Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc here.

    2018 Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc

    TASTE: 7       COST: 9
    OVERALL RATING: 7.5

    Recommended Buy

    Looking for more of our favorite wines from South Africa? Check out our multi-page listing of all our favorites here!

    Filed Under: Chenin Blanc, South Africa

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