Inspector Péringuey Chenin Blanc - Jordan

IN SHORT

📍 Stellenbosch · 100% Chenin Blanc
41-year-old vines
Fermentation in oak, amphora, and steel

Why we like it

Inspector Péringuey showcases the fuller side of Chenin Blanc without losing its immediate appeal. The fruit pulp and the roundness from oak vinification are balanced by the steel-fermented component, which keeps the sip lively. We chose Inspector Péringuey because it is a white wine capable of accompanying a meal, but also convincing for those looking for something more articulated than a classic fresh and fruity wine.

Wine Profile

The entry is full and enveloping, opened by white pear and quince. Green pineapple brings freshness, while the passage in oak adds a well-integrated spiciness. The sip progressively gains volume, but the acidity keeps it dynamic and never heavy. The finish is dry, fresh, and spicy, with the fruit remaining recognizable even after swallowing.

Winery's Signature

The distinctive feature is a vinification built on different containers. One part ferments in 228-liter second and third-pass Burgundy barriques, another in amphora; 45% ferments in steel, to best preserve freshness and citrus character. The barrique portion remains on the lees for seven months and undergoes occasional barrel rotations, useful for enriching the wine's texture. The oak does not dominate the profile but contributes to giving depth and structure.

Food Pairing

It pairs well with risotto with shrimp and lemon zest, baked sea bream with herbs, roasted chicken, and pasta dishes with vegetables or moderately creamy sauces. The combination of volume, acidity, and spiciness also makes it suitable for crustaceans, flavorful fish, and soft cheeses that are not too intense.

Service

Serve at 10-12 °C. It does not require decanting but benefits from a few minutes in the glass. Prefer a medium-sized white wine glass, which allows the wine to open up without dispersing its freshness.

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Technical Sheet

Cork: Screw cap
Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual sugars: 2.7 g/l
Total acidity: 6.3 g/l
pH: 3.36