Sijnn

White Barrel Fermented Swellendam Chenin Blanc Viognier

8.98 ratings
8.92 pro ratings
Swellendam, Cape South Coast, Western Cape, South Africa
Chenin Blanc, Viognier
Turkey, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Pork, Nuts & Seeds, Hard Cheese, Soft Cheese, Shellfish, Quinoa, Mushrooms, Chili & Hot Spicy, Fish, Herbs, Asian Cuisine, Veal, Potato, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Vanilla & Caramel, Fruit & Berries, Exotic Spices, Salads & Greens, Pate, Tomato-Based, Fruit Desserts, White Rice, Pasta, Pungent Cheese, Goat & Feta Cheese, Cheddar & Gruyere, Sweet Potato, Yuca, Taro, Baking Spices, Salami & Prosciutto, Sweet Potato
Top Notes For
MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

8.9

On the nose the wine has medium(+) intensity aromas, light reduction with aromas of sulphur and matchstick and gasoline. Hints of lees contact and evolution with aromas of beeswax. On the palate the wine is off dry with a tickle of petillance reminiscent of an Alsatian wine. Medium acidity and high alcohol. Very good. #southafrica #viognier

On the nose the wine has medium(+) intensity aromas, light reduction with aromas of sulphur and matchstick and gasoline. Hints of lees contact and evolution with aromas of beeswax. On the palate the wine is off dry with a tickle of petillance reminiscent of an Alsatian wine. Medium acidity and high alcohol. Very good. #southafrica #viognier

Aug 14th, 2020
Charlie Evans

I was pretty impressed by this.

I was pretty impressed by this.

Nov 13th, 2016
Julie Obermeyer

I love this wine!

I love this wine!

Feb 9th, 2018
Turd Ferguson

Powerful wine that keeps you wanting another sip. 74% Chenin really comes through. A bit of sweetness. Sunshine. Nicely balance oak. 23% Viognier. 3% Rousanne. Floral. Bit of spice. Big boy. Well done for the style. A natural for rich/creamy food. / better on day 2. / even better on day 3

Powerful wine that keeps you wanting another sip. 74% Chenin really comes through. A bit of sweetness. Sunshine. Nicely balance oak. 23% Viognier. 3% Rousanne. Floral. Bit of spice. Big boy. Well done for the style. A natural for rich/creamy food. / better on day 2. / even better on day 3

Dec 21st, 2016
Stewart Alsop

Remarkable blend, hand made and you can taste how carefully it was made

Remarkable blend, hand made and you can taste how carefully it was made

Jun 25th, 2016
JeremyC

Stoked to find ONE btl of this at Digress. 2011, but my first time hvg the chance to have one of David's Sijnn wines so I pulled the trigger. Def showing its older- ness in color and aromatics but why??? chenin base w 25%ish Vio.

Stoked to find ONE btl of this at Digress. 2011, but my first time hvg the chance to have one of David's Sijnn wines so I pulled the trigger. Def showing its older- ness in color and aromatics but why??? chenin base w 25%ish Vio.

Feb 7th, 2020
Daisuke Sato

Daisuke had this 4 years ago

Daisuke had this 4 years ago

Nov 29th, 2019
Jeff Clement

Jeff had this 5 years ago

Jeff had this 5 years ago

Jun 27th, 2019
Maria Warming Brink Tsalapati

Maria had this 8 years ago

Maria had this 8 years ago

Feb 6th, 2016