Background
Chenin Blanc is Coriole’s principal white variety and was first planted in 1977. Chenin Blanc is an aromatic wine that has great fruit concentration and yet shows an outstanding ability to age. It has proven to be well suited to the moderately warm climate of McLaren Vale.
Tasting Notes
This is a classic, traditional Coriole Chenin with a delicate filigree of autumnal fruits and spring florals. The nose displays red apple and pear, crisp white peach, honey suckle, jasmine and quince flower and a hint of Leatherwood honey. A pleasant and clean palate which fills the mouth with moreish textural acidity. McLaren Vale Chenin is all about a clean, crisp and easy drinking white, and the 2018 delivers on all fronts. A wine to enjoy now but it will also reward long term cellaring.
Serving Suggestion
Best with light meals; salads, chicken and seafood. Most suited to the warmer months, ideally straight from the esky while relaxing on the beach with fish and chips and the sand between your toes.
Winemaker Says
Beautifully crafted from 5 vineyards scattered throughout McLaren Vale; try it and discover that Chenin really is the ‘better Blanc’! Region (GI): 100% McLaren Vale Varietal Comp: 100% Chenin Blanc Alcohol: 12.5% alc/Vol Total Acidity: 6.52 g/L pH 3.19 RS: 2.1g/L
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