Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Wine of Australia
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Wine of Australia.
More informations about the variety Chenin blanc
Chameleon whites with taut acidity, ranging from mineral dry (Savennières, Vouvray sec) to off-dry and medium-sweet (Vouvray, Montlouis), sumptuous botrytised sweet (Quarts-de-Chaume, Bonnezeaux, Coteaux du Layon) and brilliant sparkling (Crémant de Loire, Vouvray brut). Aromas of quince, apple, honey, white flowers, beeswax and flint. An Anjou variety, also star of South Africa's Western Cape.
More informations about the region of Wine of Australia
Southern Hemisphere wine country, 6th largest producer worldwide (~146,000 ha, 60+ regions). Signature Shiraz (39%): powerful, sun-drenched reds with signature notes of blackberry, candied plum, black pepper, chocolate, eucalyptus and sweet spice, round tannins and generous mouth — Barossa is the flagship. Firm Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra, Margaret River) cassis-eucalyptus, ample Chardonnay (Yarra). Also taut Riesling (Clare, Eden), fine Pinot Noir (Tasmania).