L'Avenir
Single Block Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
L'Avenir
L’Avenir’s rich history dates back to the late 1600s when the estate was one of the very first sites identified for grape growing by the Cape’s earliest European settlers. The estate was renamed L’Avenir in 1992 by Mark Wiehe a Mauritian businessman who left a career of trading sugar in London to purchase the farm. This was the start of specialisation of this unique boutique winery. Wiehe appointed former pharmacist Francois Naude as winemaker and the estate swiftly gained recognition for its distinctive Pinotage and Chenin Blanc. In 2005 L’Avenir was acquired by the owner of the prestigious Chablis property Laroche Chablisien Michel Laroche.
Description
Nose: A mesmerising nose of white blossoms, lemon, grapefruit peel and a delicate hint of honey. Palate: A generous wine that lingers on the palate with wellbalanced freshness, acidity and subtle oak nuances. With rich fruit flavours and a whisper of honey, the wine is intricate and delicate. Well balanced, with impressive texture, depth and concentration.
Food Pairing
A fine choice for decadent seafood, such as abalone, steamed cod or pan-seared scallops.
