You know that first sip that wakes your whole mouth up? That's this one. Bright lime and passion fruit hit first, then the Sémillon steps in and softens the edges so it never feels sharp or thin. Pull it cold from the fridge after a long day, or set it next to grilled prawns and watch it disappear. Need it now? We move fast, any hour.
The nose is all citrus and orchard fruit: fresh lime, green apple, a little tropical lift of passion fruit and kiwi. Take a sip and the zesty lime leads, backed by that classic Sauvignon gooseberry tang and a whisper of green pepper. Here's the clever part. On its own, Sauvignon Blanc can be all sharp elbows, but the Sémillon rounds out the middle and lends a smooth, almost creamy texture. So you get the snap and the freshness without the bite. It finishes dry and clean, with a faint smoky, flinty note on the way out.
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This comes from Simonsig, a family farm in Stellenbosch run by the Malan family, who have been making wine in the Cape for ten generations. They are proper South African wine royalty. Back in 1971, Frans Malan came home from a trip to France and made the country's first bottle-fermented sparkling wine, Kaapse Vonkel. That pioneering streak still runs through everything here. For this blend, the grapes are picked in the cool of the early morning and fermented at low temperatures to lock in all that bright fruit.
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- What is the price of Simonsig Sauvignon blanc Semillion75cl?
Simonsig Sauvignon blanc Semillion75cl is KSh 2,319 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Simonsig Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 75cl taste like?
Zesty and dry. Lime, gooseberry and passion fruit on a fresh, citrus-driven palate, with a smooth rounded texture from the Sémillon and a clean, faintly smoky finish.
- What is the ABV of Simonsig Sauvignon Blanc Semillon?
It is 13.5% ABV, which is typical for a dry South African white blend.
- How do I serve it?
Chill it well, around 8 to 10 degrees, and pour into a white wine glass. Drink it as it is, no ice or mixers. It is great as an aperitif or with food.
- What food pairs with it?
Anything fresh and light. Grilled prawns, grilled fish like tilapia or kingfish, goat cheese, sushi, or a Thai green curry all work beautifully.
- Is it sweet or dry?
Fully dry. The fruit makes it taste juicy, but there is no sugar sweetness to it.
- Where is it from?
From Simonsig, a ten-generation family estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa, famous for making the country's first bottle-fermented sparkling wine in 1971.
Simonsig Sauvignon blanc Semillion75cl
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Simonsig Sauvignon blanc Semillion75cl price in Kenya
Buy Simonsig Sauvignon blanc Semillion75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 2,319. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.