Crouchen (Cape Riesling) is a white grape variety, with its roots in Paarl, Stellenbosch, South Africa.
The wines show light body, no tannin, medium acidity, off-dry and medium alcohol.
The tasting note runs to green melon and honeydew.
It is planted most seriously in Paarl and Stellenbosch.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, vigorous vigour and a preference for humid.
It blends readily with Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc.
On other labels it goes by Cruchen, Crouchen Blanc, Cape Riesling and Paarl Riesling.
At the table it suits paella, pork dumplings and spicy fish tacos.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Cruchen, Crouchen Blanc, Cape Riesling, Paarl Riesling, South African Riesling, Clare Riesling.
Crouchen (Cape Riesling): common questions
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Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of South Africa.