Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Negev
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Negev.
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 Negev
Southern Israeli desert, among the hottest and driest vineyards in the world (>300 days of sun). Vines at altitude (up to 900 m), cool nights compensating. Syrah is the signature red king: dense with blackberry, black cherry, pepper, bacon, garrigue, firm tannins — fruit-forward typical. Cabernet (blackcurrant, eucalyptus), supple Merlot.
What are the typical flavors of the Chenin blanc grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 4% of Chenin blanc
- Tropical fruitPresent in 4% of Chenin blanc
- Citrus fruitPresent in 3% of Chenin blanc
- EarthPresent in 2% of Chenin blanc