Cognato Chenin Blanc

Discover the essence of Cognato White, sourced from the prestigious Coastal Region of South Africa. This region is renowned for producing exceptional white wines from low yielding dryland vineyards. Its proximity to the ocean provides a long, cool growing season, resulting in exquisite flavors. With the dry, cool conditions, production remains limited, ensuring utmost quality. We proudly collaborate with Fairtrade certified growers, reflecting our commitment to sustainable practices.

Winemaking & Alcohol Removal

Harvested at full ripeness, typically between 23 and 24 Balling, the grapes are destemmed, and the juice is gently extracted through pressing. After an overnight settling process and racking from the lees, the grape juice is inoculated with cultured yeast and undergoes a slow fermentation at temperatures ranging from 12 to 14°C, enhancing the wine’s mouthfeel. Following fermentation, the wine rests on the lees for 3 weeks, enhancing its complexity.

Our carefully designed vacuum spinning cone process ensures the delicate removal of alcohol, preserving the wine’s integrity.

The outcome is a crisp and fruity wine, with enticing notes of citrus and freshly cut grass on the nose. Cognato White serves as a perfect alternative for seafood dishes, chicken, or as a refreshing pre-dinner non-alcoholic drink.

Sugar Content: 2.0g/100ml

Now available in 250ml cans

Introducing Cognato Chenin Blanc in convenient 250ml cans. Perfect for picnics or impromptu gatherings, these cans minimize waste and contain approximately 1 1/2 glasses of our delicious Chenin Blanc.