The Prisoner Wine Company, California (United States) Chenin Blanc 2021

 I find that my wine friends have an overabundance of Chenin Blanc compared to its availability and I’m not shocked one bit.  It’s a fantastic grape, easy to grow, and can produce really delicious wines with superb acidity.  The Saldo Chenin Blanc is an excellent example with grapefruit, melon, minerality, and wax well integrated throughout the body and nose.  Had I tasted this wine blind, I would have expected it to be South African — an excellent region for high quality Chenin Blanc.  With a price under $30, this as an excellent alternative to higher-end Chenins on the market.