Fairview La Beryl Blanc
A luscious white dessert wine with vibrant tropical fruit, honeysuckle, and refreshing acidity
Fairview `La Beryl Blanc` Paarl, South Africa is a luscious White Dessert Sweet wine crafted from hand-harvested Chenin Blanc and Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains grapes, carefully dried on straw racks for 3-4 weeks until raisin-like, then pressed and fermented in stainless steel. It offers concentrated aromas of ripe apricot, honeysuckle and citrus peel, with juicy notes of mango, pineapple, lime and grapefruit on the palate, expertly balancing luscious texture and mouthwatering acidity. This vegan and vegetarian-friendly wine is perfect with fruit tarts, crème brûlée, or mature cheeses.
50.0CL , 13.5% ABV , Vintage: 2023
Vinification
The grapes were carefully harvested by hand over a three-day period, with the bunches only individually picked once perfectly ripened. They were packed into small lug boxes and transported to a well-ventilated shed where they were carefully laid out on straw-lined drying racks. It took 3 to 4 weeks for the berries to reach an almost raisin-like state, by which time they had lost up to 75% of their moisture. They were then pressed and allowed to ferment in stainless steel tanks.
Flavour profile
This traditional straw-dried sweet white wine offers a concentrated bouquet of ripe apricot, honeysuckle, and citrus peel. The palate is a delightful balance of luscious texture and mouthwatering acidity, revealing juicy notes of mango, pineapple, lime, and grapefruit.
Serving recommendation
Serve chilled at 12-14°C to best enjoy its luscious sweetness and vibrant fruit character.