Chenin Blanc 2023 - Holden Manz

Holden Manz is a 22-hectare wine estate in the top, southernmost corner of the Franschhoek Valley in South Africa's Western Cape, set between the Franschhoek River and Stony Brook at 300 metres above sea level. Long, cold winters and hot, dry summers allow slow ripening across three different soil types.

Pale white gold in colour, this Chenin Blanc is an elegant, perfumed expression of the variety, with notes of citrus and tropical fruit, white flowers and a whiff of white peach. Medium-bodied with a fine line of acidity, the palate shows bright pear and lemon meringue, with lingering summer melon and a hint of toasted brioche.

Serve at 8–10 °C with fish, seafood or soft cheeses.