BabylonstorenCandide White Blend 2024

Product code: 22395
£13.15 inc VAT
£78.90 / case of 6
South Africa
White Wine from
Western Cape, South Africa
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Western Cape
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Babylonstoren
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Semillon, Viognier
Grape: 33% Chardonnay, 26% Chenin Blanc, 25% Semillon, 16% Viognier
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Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Western Cape
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Babylonstoren
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Semillon, Viognier
Grape: 33% Chardonnay, 26% Chenin Blanc, 25% Semillon, 16% Viognier

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

A tantalising mélange of floral and fruit flavours, reminiscent of a tropical fruit salad dressed with fresh lemon and lime, and sprinkled with honeysuckle flowers. A seamless blend with underlying beeswax silkiness from the sémillon. Dry and refreshing on the finish.

Product Notes

Babylonstoren Candide White Blend is an exquisite South African wine, embodying a rich palette of fine grapes including Chenin Blanc, Viognier and Grenache Blanc. This sophisticated white blend presents an alluring bouquet of fresh citrus fruits, balanced with undertones of toasted almond. On the palate, it delivers a vibrant acidity mingling with layers of tropical fruit flavours, leading to a creamy, lingering finish. Perfectly suited for a sunny garden party or a refined dinner, the Candide White Blend pairs beautifully with a variety of gourmet dishes. Elegant and refreshing, this wine is testament to South Africa's fine winemaking tradition.

About the Winery

Babylonstoren

Located in the heart of South Africa's stunningly picturesque Franschhoek Valley, the Babylonstoren winery is a must-visit gem for all wine aficionados. Spread over an impressive 320-hectares, this esteemed estate is a perfect blend of historical charm and modern sophistication. The winery takes its unique name from the Babylonstoren hill, which is over 2000 feet high and provides a breathtaking backdrop to the vineyards.

Believed to have been built back in 1692, the Babylonstoren finds its origins in the era of Simon van der Stel, the first governor of the Cape Colony. Here, the past seamlessly dovetails with the present. The estate is home to an authentic Cape Dutch-style manor house which stands in harmony with the modern wine production facilities.

Their vineyard prides itself in farming grapes grown with a hands-on approach. This ensures the highest quality yield for their various wine styles. The estate's flagship wines are the Nebukadnesar, a Bordeaux blend, and their Chenin Blanc, both of which have received countless accolades for their exquisite notes.

At Babylonstoren, they also offer immersive experiences for their guests; Wine tasting sessions are a sensory delight, wherein connoisseurs can indulge in their sophisticated wines, expertly paired with local cheeses and home-made charcuterie. Their skilled guides take guests on educational tours of the vineyards and cellars, shedding light on the winemaking process right from harvesting to bottling.

The appeal of Babylonstoren extends beyond its vineyards though. The farm is also renowned for its vast, beautifully manicured vegetable gardens and fruit orchards – a testament to their commitment to fresh, organic produce; When the time comes to sate appetites, their farm-to-fork restaurants serve up an array of delectable delicacies that pair beautifully with their vintages.

Yes, a sojourn at Babylonstoren is a uniquely delightful proposition, promising a heady combination of scenic beauty, historical allure and gastronomic indulgence. A visit to this magical place, however, is not just about savouring fantastic wines it is an immersive experience into an exalted ethos of elegance and simplicity.

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