Testalonga El Bandito Mangaliza is an exceptional skin-contact white wine from South Africa's Swartland region. Primarily made from Chenin Blanc, it displays an intense orange color and complex aromas of citrus and spices. On the palate, it is savory, tannic, and persistent. Ideal with rich dishes and aged cheeses, it is an authentic expression of natural winemaking.
South Africa - Swartland Skin-Contact White Wine (Orange Wine) Primarily Chenin Blanc with other local white grape varieties
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Colour
Intense orange, amber, golden with coppery reflections
Bouquet
Citrus notes, dried fruit, honey, spices, complex tertiary and mineral hints
Taste
Intense, savory, tannic, fresh, with great persistence and remarkable structure
Alcohol content
12.5% - 13.5% vol.
Type of glass
Large glass for structured white wines or orange wines
Pairings
Rich dishes, flavorful white meats, aged cheeses, and spicy cuisine
Refinement
Aging in old oak barrels or concrete tanks, unfiltered
Vinification
Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, long skin maceration, minimal intervention