R120.00
Fairview Chenin Blanc 2026 brings together fruit from Darling and Paarl to create a fresh, expressive white wine with plenty of character. Sweet pear, tropical fruit and bright citrus flavours combine with a touch of creaminess, making this a versatile wine for any occasion.
Pair this Chenin Blanc with fresh tuna ceviche, spicy tempura prawns or lemon-butter kingklip. It also complements roast pork chops with spicy apple chutney or a creamy chicken and mushroom risotto.
Pale straw in the glass, the wine offers an abundance of sweet pears with hints of pineapple and plenty of citrus flavours. The medium-bodied palate shows yellow stone fruit with a touch of creaminess from the barrel component. A lingering, dry and refreshing acidity completes the finish. The wine will continue to improve over the next one to two years.
Fairview Chenin Blanc 2026 reflects the character of two distinctive vineyard sites. Bush vines from Darling contribute freshness and vibrant fruit, while south-facing vineyards on Paarl Mountain add texture and richness. Together, these sites showcase the versatility of Chenin Blanc.
The team harvests each parcel in the cool early morning before gently pressing the grapes. They cold ferment the free-run juice in stainless steel tanks. At the same time, they ferment around twenty percent of the wine in older French oak barrels to build extra complexity. After fermentation, the wine rests on its fine lees for three months. Finally, the team blends the different components before bottling.