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Description
The Simonsig Estate Starting Blocks Chenin Blanc is a vibrant, dry white wine from Stellenbosch, South Africa. Chenin Blanc is the grape variety with which Simonsig started in 1968 and still forms the heart of the winery. The name Starting Blocks refers to that special beginning. This expressive wine bursts with fresh fruit, has a beautiful balance, and is a delightful choice for sunny days or light meals.
Passion fruit, kiwi, apple, pear, and melon
The wine has a clear pale yellow color and an exuberant aroma of passion fruit, kiwi, green apple, ripe pear, and juicy melon. These fruity aromas are beautifully echoed on the palate, supported by fresh citrus, lively acidity, and a soft, rounded structure. The long, refreshing finish makes this Chenin Blanc exceptionally drinkable.
100% Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch
The grapes grow in the red clay and mineral-rich soils of Stellenbosch, where the moderate maritime climate ensures a long growing season and optimal ripening. After manual harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This preserves the fresh fruit aromas and the pure expression of Chenin Blanc.
Perfect with fish, shellfish, and Asian dishes
This fresh white wine is delightful as an aperitif and pairs excellently with grilled fish, prawns, paella, crayfish risotto, gratinated shellfish, meal salads, asparagus, and subtly spicy Asian dishes such as vegetable and fish curries. It also complements goat cheese or a summer lunch perfectly.
Simonsig Family Vineyards
Simonsig Family Vineyards is one of the pioneers of South African winemaking. The family business from Stellenbosch has been known for its innovative character and high-quality wines for three generations. Simonsig played an important role in the revaluation of Chenin Blanc and today produces wines that are appreciated worldwide for their purity and excellent value for money.
Why choose Simonsig Starting Blocks Chenin Blanc?
This wine is an ideal choice for lovers of fresh, aromatic white wines. The combination of passion fruit, kiwi, apple, and melon creates an expressive and accessible character, while the lively acidity provides tension and elegance. A versatile South African Chenin Blanc that performs excellently both on the terrace and at the dinner table.
Characteristics of this wine
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch
Grape variety: 100% Chenin Blanc
Wine type: White wine
Taste profile: Dry, fresh, and fruity
Alcohol percentage: 13.5%
Vinification: Manual harvest, fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks
Vegan: Yes
Serving temperature: 8–10°C
Pairs well with: Grilled fish, prawns, paella, crayfish risotto, shellfish, meal salads, asparagus, and Asian dishes
Description
The Simonsig Estate Starting Blocks Chenin Blanc is a vibrant, dry white wine from Stellenbosch, South Africa. Chenin Blanc is the grape variety with which Simonsig started in 1968 and still forms the heart of the winery. The name Starting Blocks refers to that special beginning. This expressive wine bursts with fresh fruit, has a beautiful balance, and is a delightful choice for sunny days or light meals.
Passion fruit, kiwi, apple, pear, and melon
The wine has a clear pale yellow color and an exuberant aroma of passion fruit, kiwi, green apple, ripe pear, and juicy melon. These fruity aromas are beautifully echoed on the palate, supported by fresh citrus, lively acidity, and a soft, rounded structure. The long, refreshing finish makes this Chenin Blanc exceptionally drinkable.
100% Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch
The grapes grow in the red clay and mineral-rich soils of Stellenbosch, where the moderate maritime climate ensures a long growing season and optimal ripening. After manual harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This preserves the fresh fruit aromas and the pure expression of Chenin Blanc.
Perfect with fish, shellfish, and Asian dishes
This fresh white wine is delightful as an aperitif and pairs excellently with grilled fish, prawns, paella, crayfish risotto, gratinated shellfish, meal salads, asparagus, and subtly spicy Asian dishes such as vegetable and fish curries. It also complements goat cheese or a summer lunch perfectly.
Simonsig Family Vineyards
Simonsig Family Vineyards is one of the pioneers of South African winemaking. The family business from Stellenbosch has been known for its innovative character and high-quality wines for three generations. Simonsig played an important role in the revaluation of Chenin Blanc and today produces wines that are appreciated worldwide for their purity and excellent value for money.
Why choose Simonsig Starting Blocks Chenin Blanc?
This wine is an ideal choice for lovers of fresh, aromatic white wines. The combination of passion fruit, kiwi, apple, and melon creates an expressive and accessible character, while the lively acidity provides tension and elegance. A versatile South African Chenin Blanc that performs excellently both on the terrace and at the dinner table.
Characteristics of this wine
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch
Grape variety: 100% Chenin Blanc
Wine type: White wine
Taste profile: Dry, fresh, and fruity
Alcohol percentage: 13.5%
Vinification: Manual harvest, fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks
Vegan: Yes
Serving temperature: 8–10°C
Pairs well with: Grilled fish, prawns, paella, crayfish risotto, shellfish, meal salads, asparagus, and Asian dishes
Let customers speak for us
We hebben hemmin Maastricht leren kennen en laten hem niet meer los. Een volle wijn die in balans is. We proeven zachte tonen van abrikoos en perzik maar ook de frisheid van citrus. Het beetje aards, mineralig maakt hem
Interessant.
Wij vinden hem erg lekker bij een risotto met zeevruchten.
Goede service, maar onze intercommen liggen eruit dus de bezorger kon niet bellen, toen de dichtstbijzijnde afleveradres Lidl,
Maar hele klus om zware doos te vervoeren, daarom maar een winkelwagen meegenomen.
Very tasty kosher wine, exactly my taste. Fast delivery, would definitely order again!
Een heerlijk zoete rode wijn uit Israël voor Avondmaalsvieringen. Ook lekker voor mensen die nooit drinken
Zie boven.
Het is heerlijke koshere druivensap voor Shabbat.
Habe jetzt das 2te mal hier bestellt und es lief wie beim ersten Mal alles super, danke
Schnelle Lieferung, sicher verpackt, rundum ein zuverlässiger Händler!
Empfehle ich gerne weiter.
wel even lucht geven en niet al te koud drinken. heerlijk bij de dis of tapas, maar voor zomaar ook heerlijk.
Kan bij bijna alles, maar is los ook erg lekker. (en met een zak chips -hoe oneerbieding - ook zo op) ;-)
Wel even een beetje lucht geven (goede decateren - kan een beetje droesem hebben), deze wijn is in het begin wat verlegen, maar met een beetje aanmoediging een echte gangmaker.
