Character & context
Understanding South African Brandy
South African brandy draws on the Cape's wine-growing heritage. Potstill bottlings foreground characterful wine distillates and maturation, while blends can aim for a lighter profile. Chenin Blanc and Colombard are important reference grapes, though other varieties appear. Read the category and producer's information before comparing an age statement across unlike styles.
Further reading: South African Brandy Foundation
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