{"product_id":"2025-aphelion-pir-chenin-blanc","title":"2025 Aphelion Pir Chenin Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003eMost people know Rob Mack for his Grenache, but his work with Chenin Blanc is pretty damn impressive too. He sources this from Blewitt Springs - one of the cooler, sandier corners of McLaren Vale - which is the secret to getting that perfect ripeness without the wine becoming a total fruit bomb. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Pir' isn't your average lean, zippy white; it’s got some real presence to it. Rob ferments a portion in oak and leaves it on the lees, which builds in a lovely, creamy texture. You still get those classic Chenin hits of green apple and white peach, but there’s a savoury, flinty edge and a bit of spice that makes it feel much more substantial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a complete, rounded wine that’s ready to go the moment you crack the screwcap, but will get better with a few years in the cellar, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e \"This wine displays a wonderful balance of fresh acidity and textural interest... Ripe stone fruit characters flow seamlessly across the palate.\" - Winery Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Aphelion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42522502234155,"sku":"2025 Aphelion Pir Chenin Blanc","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2025AphelionPirCheninBlanc.webp?v=1764643983","url":"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-aphelion-pir-chenin-blanc","provider":"Different Drop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}