South African Chenin Blanc is carving out a larger niche in the US market. The nation has more Chenin Blanc acreage than any other country and offers a wide range of styles. The MAN Chenin Blanc shows that South Africa can be a source of affordable and delicious Chenin. Drawn from dry-farmed bush vines in the Agter-Paarl area, the 2020 MAN Vintners “Free-Run Steen” continues a string of successes for this wine. The 2020 bottling is refreshing and forward, with scents of fresh flowers, pear, green apple, lemon and tropical fruits. The flavors are pure, juicy and lively, with lemon, pear and green apple fruits underlain by delectable floral and spice tones. The MAN Chenin Blanc ranks among the best white wine values in the world. It’s a perfect wine to have on hand for easy summer sipping.
MAN Vintners, Coastal Region, Western Cape (South Africa) Chenin Blanc 2020
By Wayne Belding