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Vino blancoLoire Valley, France

Chenin Blanc

También conocido como: Steen (South Africa), Pineau de la Loire

One of the world's most versatile grapes, Chenin Blanc can make everything from bone-dry to lusciously sweet wines, plus world-class sparkling. Its high acidity allows exceptional aging.

CuerpoMedium
AcidezHigh
DulzorDry
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South Africa has more Chenin Blanc planted than any country in the world, more than twice as much as France.

👃 Notas de cata

Sabores primarios

ApplePearQuince

Sabores secundarios

HoneyGingerChamomileLanolin

Aromas

HoneysuckleWet woolBeeswax

🌍 Regiones vinícolas famosas

Vouvray

France
Versatility

Diverse styles from dry to sweet to sparkling

Savennières

France
Ageworthy dry wines

Powerful, mineral dry wines that age decades

Stellenbosch

South Africa
New World excellence

Old bush vines, rich textured wines

Swartland

South Africa
Artisanal old vines

Natural winemaking revolution

🍽️ Maridajes perfectos para la comida

Pork with apples
Thai cuisine
Soft cheeses
Roast chicken
Apple tart

🌡️ Guía de servicio

Temperatura

8-12°C (46-54°F)

Tipo de copa

White wine glass

Potencial de envejecimiento

5-50+ years for sweet wines

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