Sparkling Chenin Blanc

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A relatively warm and dry start with a favourably wet winter. Water retention in the soil was good, allowing vines to ripen fully without stress. The Chenin Blanc vineyards in the Agter-Paarl region are sustainably grown and 100% dry-farmed (unirrigated). These bush-vines are mostly over 25 years in age. The soils are primarily Malmesbury Shale, which impart minerality and fresh acidity.

The grapes were harvested at 19° 20° balling for optimum freshness and natural acidity. De-stemmed, crushing and pressing then takes place followed by settlement of the juice through a light clarification process. Cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit and crispness. A final clarification is done before the wine is moved to a pressure tank and CO2 is added.

MAN Family Wines is a South African producer created by Tyrrel Myburgh, Philip Myburgh and José Condé to offer well-made, accessible wines with real varietal character. Starting with Pinotage in 2001, the range has grown into a dependable choice for everyday South African wines that balance quality, value and drinkability.