Aristargos is a white produced by David & Nadia in Swartland, Swartland, South Africa. Made from Chenin Blanc, Sémillon, Colombard, Roussanne, Clairette, Marsanne, Verdelho, Viognier and Grenache Blanc. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 2 vintages; members see when each one is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: White
Appellation: Swartland
Region: Swartland
Country: South Africa
Grapes: Chenin Blanc, Sémillon, Colombard, Roussanne, Clairette, Marsanne, Verdelho, Viognier, Grenache Blanc
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: medium-bodied, low tannin, high acidity, dry
Aristargos is a skin-contact or naturally fermented Chenin Blanc from David & Nadia Sadie, one of Swartland's most respected natural wine producers — expect a textured, waxy style with bright acidity cutting through stone-fruit richness and a chalky, mineral finish. The wine leans toward savouriness over overt fruit, with a composed, almost austere character that rewards food pairing. It is typically unfined and unfiltered, reflecting the farm's commitment to minimal intervention and old-vine Swartland fruit.
Serving: Serve at 9–11 °C.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Swartland, South Africa
Swartland — a warm, dry-farmed region north of Cape Town in South Africa's Western Cape, and one of the country's most exciting sources of characterful wine.
Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc is a versatile white grape from France's Loire Valley, capable of everything from bone-dry to lusciously sweet and sparkling, all underpinned by vibrant acidity.
Sémillon
Sémillon is a white grape from Bordeaux in France, famous as the backbone of the world's greatest sweet wines and an increasingly respected component of fine dry whites.
Colombard
Colombard is a white grape from the Charente region of western France, historically grown as a base for the distillation of Cognac and Armagnac thanks to its naturally high acidity and modest alcohol.
Roussanne
Roussanne is a white grape from France's northern Rhône, often partnered with Marsanne to make some of the region's most distinguished whites.
More wines
From David & Nadia
- Chenin Blanc — David & Nadia, Swartland
- Elpidios Red Blend — David & Nadia, Swartland
- Grenache Noir — David & Nadia, Swartland
- Topography Pinotage — David & Nadia, Swartland
More white wines from Swartland
- Palladius — Sadie Family Wines, Swartland
- Kalmoesfontein White Blend — A.A. Badenhorst Family Wines, Swartland
- Old Vines White — Mullineux, Swartland
- Chenin Blanc — Wolf & Woman Wines, W.O. Swartland
Frequently asked questions
Where is Aristargos from?
Aristargos is produced by David & Nadia in Swartland, Swartland, South Africa.
What grapes are in Aristargos?
Aristargos is a blend of Chenin Blanc, Sémillon, Colombard, Roussanne, Clairette, Marsanne, Verdelho, Viognier and Grenache Blanc.