{"product_id":"le-bonheur-blanc-fume-reserve-2022","title":"Le Bonheur Blanc Fume Reserve 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eSituated on the slopes of Stellenbosch between Simonsberg and Klapmuts Hill, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLe Bonheur Wine Estate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has a winemaking history dating back to the late 1700s. The estate is particularly well regarded for its Sauvignon Blanc vineyards, including one of the oldest registered Sauvignon Blanc blocks in Stellenbosch, planted in 1977. The combination of elevated vineyard sites, cooling False Bay influences and decomposed granite soils contributes freshness and structure to the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"882\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eThe Le Bonheur Blanc Fumé Reserve 2022 takes a more textured, layered approach to Sauvignon Blanc. The wine was matured for 12 months in lightly toasted French oak barrels, adding complexity and subtle richness while still allowing the varietal freshness to remain central. Production is intentionally limited, with only small quantities released each vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003ePale straw gold with a bright green edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eExpressive aromas of gooseberry, green apple and citrus blossom lead the nose, followed by softer layers of white peach, subtle vanilla, toasted oak and gentle mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eMedium-bodied with a textured, rounded palate balanced by lively acidity. Flavours of lime, crisp apple and tropical citrus sit alongside delicate oak spice and a creamy lees character. The wine carries more depth and savoury complexity than a typical fresh Sauvignon Blanc while retaining clarity and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eLong and focused with lingering citrus peel, subtle oak spice and a clean mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Bonheur","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45509698715827,"sku":"WW2240SB59","price":330.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/LeBonheurBlancFumeReserve2022.jpg?v=1778851177","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/le-bonheur-blanc-fume-reserve-2022","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}