Force Celeste Chenin Blanc

Force Celeste is the export label for Mother Rock out of the Swartland appellation in South Africa. Their Chenin Blanc comes from thirty-two-year-old, dry-farmed vines in close proximity to the coast. The fruit ferments in these huge oak barrels but primarily ages in stainless steel, leading to a wine that's incredibly lively and all about the fruit. Not quite as rich as the grape's counterparts in the Loire Valley in France, this wine has a lot of bright acidity up front and makes for a great option if you're just snacking on some meat and cheese pre- or post-dinner.