Ophidian
Swartland, South Africa
Our Gold Medal-winning Chenin Blanc is smooth and tropical
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Ophidian
Chenin Blanc
Our 90 point Chenin Blanc is elegantly balanced and seductively sumptuous with exotic fruit flavors and a round, polished mouthfeel. Just 40 miles north of Cape Town on the western edge of the South African coast, Swartland is a gorgeous winegrowing region. With vineyard sites in many locations and altitudes, all fruit receives sufficient coastal influences from the bordering Atlantic Ocean along with a hot, arid climate. This setting is ideal for wine grapes and travelers alike. Our local South African winemaking partners have cultivated this land since 1923, crafting mesmerizing wines year after year, and our 2021 vintage is no exception. To fully appreciate this wine’s striking aromatic intensity and unctuous body, serve it lightly chilled, shared with family and friends at your next social gathering. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.
ABOUT THIS WINE
Ophidian
Chenin Blanc
Our 90 point Chenin Blanc is elegantly balanced and seductively sumptuous with exotic fruit flavors and a round, polished mouthfeel. Just 40 miles north of Cape Town on the western edge of the South African coast, Swartland is a gorgeous winegrowing region. With vineyard sites in many locations and altitudes, all fruit receives sufficient coastal influences from the bordering Atlantic Ocean along with a hot, arid climate. This setting is ideal for wine grapes and travelers alike. Our local South African winemaking partners have cultivated this land since 1923, crafting mesmerizing wines year after year, and our 2021 vintage is no exception. To fully appreciate this wine’s striking aromatic intensity and unctuous body, serve it lightly chilled, shared with family and friends at your next social gathering. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.
WINE REGION:
Swartland
Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.
WINE REGION
Swartland
Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Seafood, Spring Vegetables, Stir Fry
Pairs well with…
Seafood, Spring Vegetables, Stir Fry
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Seafood, Spring Vegetables, Stir Fry
Pairs well with…
Seafood, Spring Vegetables, Stir Fry
TASTING NOTES:
Buddha's Hand
Tropical Fruit
Peach
On the nose, you’re greeted by a lemon-like scent without the bite; this is the aroma of the citrus fruit, Buddha’s hand. The palate is medium-bodied with soft, silky textures where flavors lean into stone and tropical fruit, offering ripe apricot, peach and kiwi notes.
TASTING NOTES
Buddha's Hand
Tropical Fruit
Peach
On the nose, you’re greeted by a lemon-like scent without the bite; this is the aroma of the citrus fruit, Buddha’s hand. The palate is medium-bodied with soft, silky textures where flavors lean into stone and tropical fruit, offering ripe apricot, peach and kiwi notes.
AWARDS:
Ophidian
2 TOTAL AWARDS
90 Points, 2023 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Gold Medal, 2023 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
AWARDS
Ophidian
2 TOTAL AWARDS
90 Points, 2023 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Gold Medal, 2023 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Ophidian
Rather than being taken aback by the fluid movements of a majestic serpent, we find ourselves hypnotized by its grace and mesmeric elegance. Ophidian wines mirror this fascination with flavors and textures that glide over the palate, captivating the senses in a spellbinding rhythmic dance.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Ophidian
Rather than being taken aback by the fluid movements of a majestic serpent, we find ourselves hypnotized by its grace and mesmeric elegance. Ophidian wines mirror this fascination with flavors and textures that glide over the palate, captivating the senses in a spellbinding rhythmic dance.