{"product_id":"dornier-cocoa-hill-chenin-blanc-2025","title":"Dornier, Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc 2025","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Dornier, Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc 2025\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA vibrant South African Chenin Blanc from the Western Cape, bringing together freshness, fruit and a touch of finesse.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDornier, Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc 2025 is a bright, fruit-forward white that delivers plenty of charm with an easygoing, refreshing style. Pale lemon in colour with lifted aromas of passion fruit, lychee, citrus and a hint of ripe pear. On the palate, this Western Cape Chenin Blanc is lively and energetic, packed with tropical fruit flavours and a crisp, zesty acidity that keeps everything feeling fresh and balanced. It finishes clean and mouthwatering, making it incredibly easy to go back for another sip. This is a brilliantly drinkable \u003cstrong\u003eSouth African white wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that hits the sweet spot between freshness and flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop food pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled line-caught fish with lemon and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalamari or seared scallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh summer salads or light pasta dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Cocoa Hill is in the fold of the Stellenbosch Mountain and the soil there is red granite, although some of the grapes also comes from Swartland, giving this Chenin super freshness despite some of the blend having spent time in French oak. It's the sort of wine we love. Electric, fruity and smashable.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDornier\u003c\/strong\u003e is a family-owned winery located in the prestigious Upper Blaauwklippen Valley in Stellenbosch, an area known for producing some of the finest wines in the Western Cape. With a focus on minimal intervention and a strong sense of place, Dornier crafts wines that reflect their unique terroir. By blending fruit from Stellenbosch and Swartland, they create a South African Chenin Blanc that balances ripe fruit with freshness and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it’s made:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarieties: 100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrapes sourced from Stellenbosch and Swartland vineyards, harvested for optimal ripeness and freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle pressing to preserve clean, expressive fruit character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermented in a combination of stainless steel tanks and older French oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlended to balance freshness with a subtle textural roundness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Western Cape, South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, still, light- to medium-bodied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screwcap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSouth African Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e is all about bright fruit and easy-drinking appeal. With its lively acidity and tropical character, it’s a versatile Western Cape white that pairs effortlessly with seafood, salads, or simply a bit of sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dornier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57190539297150,"sku":"SK-02960","price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/DornierCocoaHillCheninBlanc.webp?v=1774965523","url":"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/products\/dornier-cocoa-hill-chenin-blanc-2025","provider":"Reserve Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}