Suzanne
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Typically best enjoyed 2–8 years from vintage release
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
roasted poultry, creamy seafood pasta, grilled sea bass
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Part of Boschendal's esteemed Heritage Collection, 'The Suzanne' is a sophisticated white blend that pays tribute to Suzanne de Buelle, one of the pioneering French Huguenot women who helped shape the early agricultural and winemaking landscape of the Cape. This classic white Bordeaux-style blend marries the vibrant, fresh acidity of Sauvignon Blanc with the rich, textured, and waxy complexity of barrel-fermented Semillon. Sourced from cool-climate vineyards in the Western Cape, the grapes are carefully harvested and vinified, with a portion of the Semillon undergoing oak aging to impart subtle spice, creaminess, and structural depth. The result is a harmonious, age-worthy white wine that captures both the historic spirit of the estate and the modern precision of South African cool-climate viticulture.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1685 by French Huguenot Jean le Long, Boschendal is one of South Africa’s oldest and most iconic wine estates, located on Pniel Road, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek, 7690, Western Cape, South Africa. Celebrated for its rich Cape Dutch heritage and a deep commitment to sustainable, biodiversity-friendly farming, the estate focuses on expressing its unique cool-climate terroir. Boschendal is highly acclaimed for its premium portfolio, particularly its exceptional Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines, precise Chardonnays, and structured Shiraz blends, exemplified by the renowned 1685 range. Their official website is https://www.boschendal.com.