
Organisation Profile:
Established in 1999.
MEMBERS: The association represents about 140 Chenin Blanc producers who are dedicated to promoting Chenin Blanc as a source of outstanding quality wines across the stylistic spectrum.
FOCUS:
1. To ensure that South African Chenin Blanc takes its rightful place with the other great white wines of the world.
2. To showcase local expressions of the grape in single-variety and blended wines at South African and international events and bring Chenin Blanc wines to the attention of international gatekeepers and tastemakers.
3. To support academic, technical and market research on the grape, its viticulture, viniculture, climate resilience and consumer appeal.
Contact Person: Ken Forrester (CHAIRPERSON)
Alternative Contact: Abi Mitton (MANAGER) and Ina Smith (MANAGER - Special Projects)
Area/Region: Western Cape
Tel no: 060 727 7882
Email: cheninblancasso@gmail.com
Category: General