More Information - Buitenverwachting Buiten Blanc 2024
Fresh notes of gooseberry, green fig, melon, tropical fruit, and green pepper, balanced by crisp acidity and a lingering finish.
Back Story & Wine Information
Buitenverwachting (“Beyond Expectation”) is a historic South African wine farm in Constantia, originally part of Simon van der Stel’s 17th-century estate, known for its beautiful setting, acclaimed wines (like Buiten Blanc), historic buildings, and popular restaurant, reviving wine production after a long hiatus under the Mueller family in the 1980s, fulfilling its ambitious name.
Pairing
Seafood: White fish, grilled fish, shellfish, calamari.
Cheese: Goat cheese, fresh mozzarella, feta.
Vegetables: Salads, tomato & basil bruschetta, green veg like asparagus, peppers.
Poultry/Meat: Chicken, pork, light white meats.