L'Avenir Horizon Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Sauvignon Blanc
Description
L’Avenir Wine Estate sits on the lower slopes of the Simonsberg in Stellenbosch, an area shaped by a mix of warm days and cooling maritime influence from False Bay. This balance allows Sauvignon Blanc to ripen fully while retaining the crisp acidity that defines the varietal.
As a boutique estate with French ownership under AdVini, L’Avenir combines South African fruit purity with a measured, European-influenced approach in the cellar. While best known for Chenin Blanc and Pinotage, the Horizon range is designed to highlight freshness and approachability - wines that reflect place without over-complication. The focus here is on clean fruit expression, early picking for vibrancy, and minimal oak influence to preserve clarity.
Colour:
Pale straw with a youthful green tint, indicating freshness.
Nose:
Bright aromatics of green apple and melon lead, followed by lemongrass and a hint of fresh-cut herbs.
Palate:
Light- to medium-bodied with crisp acidity. Flavours of citrus, green apple and subtle tropical fruit carry through, with a clean, refreshing profile and no oak influence. The style leans toward purity and drinkability rather than weight.
Finish:
Clean and zesty, with lingering citrus and a lightly herbal edge.
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L'Avenir Horizon Sauvignon Blanc 2024
- Food Pairing : The L’Avenir Horizon Sauvignon Blanc 2024 is a natural match for fresh, uncomplicated dishes. It pairs well with grilled hake or snoek, where the wine’s acidity lifts the richness of the fish. Salads with goat’s cheese or avocado work beautifully, as the crispness cuts through creaminess. It’s also a good fit for sushi or lightly spiced chicken dishes, where the clean citrus profile complements delicate flavours without overpowering them.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: 2–4 years.
- Vintage: 2024
- Manufacturer: L'Avenir Wine Estate
- Region: Stellenbosch
- Star Rating: Wine-of-the-Month Club’s Panel Rating: 3 Stars
- Medals Won: Wine-of-the-Month Club Panel Rating: 3 Stars.
- Sugar Content: 2g/L
- Alcohol Content: 14%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
Our Guarantee:
We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
Please note:
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