{"product_id":"spider-pig-chenin-2023","title":"Spider Pig Chenin Blanc 2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpider Pig Chenin Blanc 2023\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA textured, naturally styled Chenin Blanc — bright, expressive, and unmistakably South African.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spider Pig Chenin Blanc 2023 is a playful label wrapped around a serious wine. Made with a whole-bunch press, natural fermentation, and minimal intervention in the cellar, it captures freshness, texture, and varietal character without losing its sense of fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDryland farmed and matured entirely in stainless steel, this Chenin Blanc is kept on its fine lees until bottling to build mouthfeel and detail. The result is a wine that feels energetic and pure, yet still carries a rounded, gently savoury depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chenin Blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.49\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole-bunch press, natural fermentation, no SO2 on juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% stainless steel, kept on fine lees until bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dryland farmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose shows bright stone fruit and orchard fruit layered with softer, more indulgent notes of buttered toast and pastry richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRipe stone fruit and yellow orchard fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHints of buttered toast and doughy richness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFresh acidity balanced by texture from lees contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean, dry finish with gentle depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-picked fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhole-bunch pressed for purity and delicacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLimited intervention in the cellar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo SO2 used on the juice, only after fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKept on fine lees until bottling for added texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFreshly baked bread and cultured butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoast chicken or pork\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft cheeses and relaxed outdoor lunches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Wine Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpider Pig Chenin Blanc 2023 is a wine with personality, but it is not just novelty. Beneath the label is a thoughtful, naturally styled Chenin that leans into texture, honesty, and drinkability. It is approachable enough for casual enjoyment, yet detailed enough to reward a second glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eServing \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServe at:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrink:\u003c\/strong\u003e Now or over the next 2–4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dark place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Spider Pig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078788608099,"sku":"SP-CHENIN-2023","price":894.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/Winetemplates_2.png?v=1774458443","url":"https:\/\/vineyardvault.co.za\/products\/spider-pig-chenin-2023","provider":"Vineyard Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}