{"product_id":"kleine-oranjerie-flora-fauna-chenin-blanc","title":"Kleine Oranjerie Flora \u0026 Fauna Chenin Blanc","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes Kleine Oranjerie Flora \u0026amp; Fauna Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fresh, fruity, and surprisingly full-bodied Chenin Blanc from South Africa. The aroma features\u003cstrong\u003e notes of green apple, lemon, pineapple, and blood orange\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by a subtle salty touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is juicy and lively, with refreshing acidity and a lovely round structure. The combination of ripe fruit, citrus, and a light minerality creates a pleasant balance. Thanks to maturation on fine lees, the wine also has more body and texture than one might expect at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA versatile white wine that pairs excellently with\u003cstrong\u003e grilled fish, shellfish, salads, and Asian dishes.\u003c\/strong\u003e It also makes a beautiful combination with oysters and fish with a fresh citrus component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine comes from the Western Cape in South Africa and is made from 100% Chenin Blanc. The wine is aged entirely in stainless steel, which preserves the fresh and fruity character of the grape well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat makes it especially interesting is its maturation of approximately nine months on fine lees. This gives the wine more body, texture, and complexity without the need for noticeable oak aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter harvest, the grapes are gently pressed and then fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The wine then remains in stainless steel and matures for approximately nine months on fine lees. This is a lovely, classic approach for a fresh\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/chenin-blanc\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e Chenin Blanc:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e no explicit oak influence, but extra structure and creaminess from the prolonged lees aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChenin Blanc is arguably the most characteristic white grape of South Africa today. The grape was brought to South Africa by French colonists as early as the 17th century and has since developed into one of the country's most important white grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wildeberg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944374833477,"sku":"31135","price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/9c602c7ac699192caec6f1066ac1fdf8b8b0926f.jpg?v=1787300019","url":"https:\/\/vechtstreekwijnen.nl\/en\/products\/kleine-oranjerie-flora-fauna-chenin-blanc","provider":"Vechtstreek Wijnen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}