Tokara Stellenbosch

A Chenin that hits that sweet spot between texture and freshness, with a gentle barrel warmth bringing in quince paste, dried apricot, and a touch of something softly malty, while a flicker of greengage keeps it feeling alive. There’s a nice creaminess through the middle, but it’s all held together by a line of acidity and a subtle saline edge. It’s the kind of bottle you open without overthinking but end up paying attention to anyway, especially with something like salt and pepper squid, seared scallops, or even a slightly richer, sweet savoury dish like chicken with pineapple chutney.