Winery DornierThe Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc
White wine
This wine is composed of 100% of the grape variety Chenin Blanc.
In the mouth this white wine is a with a nice freshness.
This wine generally goes well with lean fish, shellfish or mild and soft cheese.
Taste structure of the The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc from the Winery Dornier
Light | Bold | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc of Winery Dornier in the region of Western Cape is a with a nice freshness.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc of Winery Dornier in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, tropical or citrus and sometimes also flavors of apples, peach or lemon.
Food and wine pairings with The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc
Pairings that work perfectly with The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc
Original food and wine pairings with The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc
The The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc of Winery Dornier matches generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, spicy food or lean fish such as recipes of seafood, chorizo and chicken paella from patou, balinese-style bonito or thai chicken with cashew nuts.
Details and technical informations about Winery Dornier's The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc.
Discover the grape variety: Chenin blanc
It most certainly originates from the Anjou region and is registered in the official catalogue of wine grape varieties on the A1 list. It can also be found in South Africa, Australia, Argentina, Chile, the United States (California), New Zealand, etc. It is said to be a descendant of Savagnin and to have sauvignonasse as its second parent (Jean-Michel Boursiquot 2019). On the other hand, Chenin blanc is the half-brother of verdelho and sauvignon blanc and is the father of colombard.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc from Winery Dornier are 2010, 2015, 2014, 2019 and 2018.
Informations about the Winery Dornier
The Winery Dornier is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 34 wines for sale in the of Stellenbosch to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Stellenbosch
Showcase of the South African vineyard: signature Cabernet Sauvignon as king red — structured and age-worthy with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and a menthol touch, firm tannins. Emblematic national Pinotage (created 1925) opulent and smoky (blackberry, coffee, leather). Fleshy Shiraz, supple Merlot as complement. Vibrant Chenin Blanc, ample Chardonnay and lively Sauvignon in whites.
The wine region of Western Cape
Cradle of South African wine. Signature Chenin Blanc (Steen, 20%) in ample, fresh whites with notes of quince, yellow apple, honey and acacia flower, from crisp dry to sweet. Sharp, iodised Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay, Constantia), balanced Chardonnay. Reds: emblematic Pinotage with roasted aromas (coffee, plum, smoke), firm Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy Syrah.
The word of the wine: Nose
In tasting, this is the second phase, which consists of identifying the wine's aromas and possibly its defects.
