Fairvalley - Chenin Blanc

This is a smooth and easy drinking Chenin Blanc. Coming out of South Africa, chenin blanc is called Steen there. The Fairvalley Chenin Blanc was my wine for the Caribbean Chicken Curry recipe. Wow, what a pair. This white had just enough acidity to cut through the cream of chicken in the recipe and still had that sweet and light feel in the mouth to make sure the cayenne didn't hurt you too bad. I could have sipped on this all night. And it was priced at 8.99. Wow. Talk about finding my everyday white. I've had similar luck with the Beringer Chenin Blanc in the past but the Fairvalley comes in a screw top. Do you really need another reason to pick it up?

Light and fruity. Not too sweet, almost like an off-dry riesling. Apricot and pear nose. Low price point, high in flavor. I'd have this with any spicy chicken or fish dish. Or outside with a book and a radio.

approx 118 calories per 5 0z serving