Cape Heights Chenin Blanc 2024 vs Charles Smith Eve Chardonnay 2021
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Cape Heights Chenin Blanc 2024 currently starts £0.04 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £9.95 | £9.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Cape Heights | — |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Chenin Blanc | Chardonnay |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Cape Heights Chenin Blanc 2024
Cape Heights Chenin Blanc from the Western Cape offers a ripe, honeyed expression of South Africa’s signature white grape, showcasing approachable citrus and white peach characters with excellent concentration and balanced acidity. Production Sourced from vines planted on sandy loams over granite bedrock, typical of the Cape soils, these vineyards are dry-farmed with minimal crop control due to the naturally low yields of mature vines. Part of the wine undergoes wild yeast fermentation, with a small proportion fermented in old barrels. Extended lees contact adds texture and weight to the palate, enhancing the mouthfeel and complexity of this Chenin Blanc. Tasting notes Classic baked apple and zesty citrus aromas lead into a palate of ripe stone fruit, balanced by crisp acidity. The extended lees ageing gives the wine extra weight and character, making it a refined yet approachable white. Food match Pairs beautifully with grilled fish, chicken, and fresh salads. Equally enjoyable with Cape Malay curries, spicy mango salads, and vibrant pan-Asian dishes. Grape Chenin Blanc 100%
Charles Smith Eve Chardonnay 2021
Charles Smith Eve Chardonnay is a vibrant and expressive white wine from Washington State, showcasing the purity and elegance of the variety. With aromas of freshly cut apple, white flowers, and subtle grape skin notes, it delivers a clean, rounded palate full of crisp, juicy fruit flavours. This Chardonnay exemplifies the variety’s character, with no apparent influence from new oak, highlighting freshness, balance, and natural fruit intensity. Meet the Producer Charles Smith Wines is renowned for producing expressive and approachable wines that reflect the terroir of Washington State. The winery combines modern winemaking techniques with meticulous vineyard management, focusing on aromatic purity, freshness, and vibrant fruit character. Production The Chardonnay grapes are carefully harvested at optimal ripeness and gently pressed to preserve delicate aromatics. Fermentation and ageing are conducted with minimal intervention to maintain the wine’s natural freshness and varietal expression. This process ensures a clean, balanced wine with fine acidity and a refined, creamy texture. Tasting Notes Charles Smith Chardonnay presents a bright, pale yellow colour. The nose offers aromas of Asian pear, Honey Crisp apple, lemon curd, and delicate white floral notes. On the palate, it is dry, creamy, and smooth, with flavours of citrus blossom, white peach, and subtle minerality that create depth and elegance. The finish is fresh, balanced, and persistent. Food Match Ideal with light seafood dishes, grilled halibut with pineapple salsa, or subtly seasoned poultry. It also pairs beautifully with creamy pasta dishes or garlic fries, making it versatile for both casual and refined meals. Grape Chardonnay 100%
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