When to drink Afrique du Sud Blanc (Chenin / Sauvignon)?
Afrique du Sud Blanc (Chenin / Sauvignon) is usually ready on release, reaches its peak between 1 and 3 years and keeps for up to about 5 years.
Ready to drinkon release
Peak1–3 years
Drink before5 years
Serving8–10 °C
DecantingNot needed
Our tip
Chenin is South Africa’s signature white grape. Everyday bottlings drink within three years; old-vine wines last longer.
At the table
- Grilled fish
- Summer salads
- Thai or Indian food
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Create my cellar Free, no credit card.Vintage by vintage, in 2026
| Vintage | Status | Drink |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | At its peak | 2025 – 2030 |
| 2024 | At its peak | 2024 – 2029 |
| 2023 | At its peak | 2023 – 2028 |
| 2022 | Past its peak | 2022 – 2027 |
| 2021 | Past its peak | 2021 – 2026 |
| 2020 | Over the hill | 2020 – 2025 |
| 2019 | Over the hill | 2019 – 2024 |
| 2018 | Over the hill | 2018 – 2023 |
| 2017 | Over the hill | 2017 – 2022 |
| 2016 | Over the hill | 2016 – 2021 |
Average estimate for the appellation: vintage, producer and storage matter too.