2011 Man Vintners Coastal Region, South Africa Chenin Blanc

About This Wine

Jose Conde and brothers Tyrrel and Philip Myburgh had a plan.

Avid wine drinkers all, they wanted to make wine that they’d love to buy — in other words, quality wine at an affordable price. Only two problems: 1. how to explain and justify the use of so much weekend time to their wives, and 2. what to call their wine.

They came up with a single solution that addressed both challenges. They would name their wine after their wives. Taking the first initial of each — M for Marie, A for Anette and N for Nicky — they came up with MAN Vintners. And they told their wives, “It’s for you!” The wives, of course, didn’t fall for it... but they did “allow” it.

“We call this our ‘sweet and sour’ wine,” Tyrell Myburgh says of the 2011 MAN Chenin Blanc. “The acidity and sweetness are perfectly balanced.” Our tasting panel agrees... and so do the women behind MAN.

About Chenin Blanc

Native of Loire valley in France. Grapes have high acidity and need plenty of sun to ripen. The foundations of great long-lived whites, such as Vouvray. In South Africa and California can give soft, fruity wines with notes of melon, peach and citrus.

Tasting Notes

• Grape Composition:100% Chenin Blanc
• Grape Source:Agter-Paarl Area of South Africa’s Coastal Region
• Aromas & Flavors:Tropical Fruit, Guava, Apple, Citrus and a Hint of Minerals
• Aging Vessels:Stainless Steel Tanks
• When to Drink:Now Through 2014
• Food Pairing Suggestionpoultry, fish, or salads.

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Recipes

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  Shrimp & Peppers Over Fettucine A delicious spring entree. Shrimp and Peppers over Fettuccine. This recipe makes 2 servings, and is best enjoyed with a glass of white wine... Get The Recipe
  

  Asparagus & Morel Salad Summertime is salad time, and any of your favorite white wines would be great matches for this recipe, courtesy of Masa's restaurant in San Francisco. It serves 4. Get The Recipe
  

  Fettuccine Alfredo Try this recipe - a flavorful change of pace from the typical Alfredo sauce - with Pietra Santa's "Sasso Bianco," or any other medium-bodied to full-flavored white wine. It serves 6 to 8... Get The Recipe
  

  Smoked Salmon Penne Pasta In a world of "anything goes" food-and-wine pairing, we're always on the lookout for recipes that match well with either white or red wines. This is one such recipe, and it makes two servings... Get The Recipe
  

  Lemony Lamb Chops Here's a versatile dish that matches well with red Bordeaux or Merlot, yet also can be enjoyed with white wines because of its lemon-flavored sauce. It makes 4 servings... Get The Recipe
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  Herb Crusted Tuna Steaks This recipe is extremely versatile, matching well with most white and lighter red wines. It makes 4 servings. Get The Recipe
  

  Old World Rosemary Chicken With Chardonnay This recipe comes from our friends at Belvedere Vineyards & Winery in the Sonoma County town of Healdsburg. It matches wonderfully with Chardonnay, and we've enjoyed it with Chenin Blanc as well. Use it as the main entree for a special meal, or any meal. Get The Recipe
  

  Glazed Lemon Cookies Desserts can be challenging to match with wines, but when the overriding flavor of the treat is lemon, the possibilities multiply. Try these cookies (this recipe yields about 38 cookies) with Viognier, off-dry Chenin Blanc, Gruner Veltliner or Riesling... Get The Recipe
  

  Vegetarian Black Bean Tacos Here's an easy-to-make dish that's perfect for casual spring or summer dining. It matches nicely with a refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Gris or Pinot Grigio, and this recipe makes 2 servings. Get The Recipe
  

  Tuscan Style Roasted Game Hens If you're looking for a change from turkey or ham this holiday season, try this easy-to-prepare dish that matches well with both white and red wines. It serves 6... Get The Recipe