“The Silk & Sunshine” This is cool-climate Viognier with perfume, freshness and a beautifully polished feel. White peach and ripe pear lead the nose, lifted by apricot, heather, orange blossom and a gentle floral spice. It has the natural generosity of Viognier, but Creation’s Hemel-en-Aarde freshness keeps it bright, graceful and far from heavy. On the palate, it is dry, smooth and expressive, with juicy stone fruit, soft pear and a clean mineral line through the finish. The texture is rounded enough to feel satisfying, while the acidity keeps everything lively and food-friendly. A brilliant bottle for anyone who wants a white with more aroma and softness than Sauvignon Blanc, but still plenty of freshness and poise. For whenA fragrant white needs freshness as well as charm. Pairs withGrilled prawns, roast chicken, Thai green curry, crab salad, pork tenderloin, lightly spiced noodles, butternut squash risotto, soft goat’s cheese or peach and burrata salad. Creation was the first estate in the Hemel-en-Aarde to plant Viognier, and this wine shows why the variety works so well here. The cool maritime climate and high ridge setting help preserve acidity and aromatic lift, giving a style that is floral and gently textured without becoming oily or overripe. It is a fresh, elegant Cape take on a famously expressive grape.
