Babylonstoren Candide White Blend, Simonsberg-Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa 2022

Description

This is a complex, elegant wine with concentrated aromatics all captured in one bottle: floral notes and hints of peaches, dried apricots, licorice, and Turkish delight. Time spent in French oak barrels makes this bold white fuller on the palate – an ideal winter white that pairs well with complex flavors such as shellfish or any curry or spicy dish.

This floral-focused blend of 45% Chenin Blanc, 28.5% Viognier, 16.5% Chardonnay, and 10% Sémillion has aromas of lemon verbena, white tea, and lime zest.

Ideally paired with mild, creamy curries, dishes with ginger, saffron, and coconut, or fruity dishes such as chicken or lamb tagine with apricot.