Picture ripe peach and apricot, a little floral perfume that lifts off the glass, then a dry, clean finish that keeps you coming back. The Wolftrap White is that rare white that feels rich and textured in the mouth without ever turning heavy or sweet. Pour it cold on a warm Nairobi evening, or bring it to a braai and watch it disappear. Easy to love, a touch fancier than the price lets on.
First sniff is all white peach, apricot and a pretty floral lift from the Viognier, with a squeeze of lemon zest behind it. Take a sip and it's fleshy and smooth across the tongue, stone fruit and a hint of pear, then a whisper of white spice and toast from its time in French oak. There's a stony, mineral edge that keeps things fresh, and it lands bone dry. Medium-bodied, properly aromatic, not a sugar bomb in sight (barely 2.3 g/L residual sugar, so dry is dry).
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The Wolftrap comes from Boekenhoutskloof, one of South Africa's most respected wineries, based in the Franschhoek Valley in the Western Cape. The name nods to a real wolf trap that early Cape pioneers built on the farm long ago, hunting a predator that, funnily enough, never actually lived there. These are the same people behind seriously collectible labels like The Chocolate Block, so there's proper pedigree behind this everyday bottle.
Good to know
- What is the price of The Wolf Trap Viognier Chenin Blanc 75cl?
The Wolf Trap Viognier Chenin Blanc 75cl is KSh 2,159 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does The Wolftrap White (Viognier Chenin Blanc Grenache Blanc) 75cl taste like?
Ripe peach and apricot with a floral lift, a touch of white spice and toast from French oak, and a clean, dry, mineral finish. Rich-textured but never sweet or heavy.
- What is the ABV?
It's 13.5% ABV, a standard strength for a dry white wine.
- Is it sweet or dry?
Properly dry. There's lush stone fruit flavour, but the sugar is minimal, so it finishes fresh and crisp rather than sweet.
- How do I serve it?
Chilled, around 8 to 10°C, in a white wine glass. No ice or mixer needed. Swirl it to release the floral aromas.
- What pairs with it?
Grilled chicken, fish and seafood, creamy pasta, mild curries or a cheese board. Great with a braai or kuku choma.
- What grapes are in it and where is it from?
A blend led by Viognier, with Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc, from Boekenhoutskloof in the Franschhoek Valley, South Africa.
The Wolf Trap Viognier Chenin Blanc 75cl
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The Wolf Trap Viognier Chenin Blanc 75cl price in Kenya
Buy The Wolf Trap Viognier Chenin Blanc 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 2,159. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.