Steen is a synonym for which grape in South Africa?

Steen is a synonym for which grape in South Africa?

• A. Chardonnay
• B. Sauvignon Blanc
• C. Chenin Blanc
• D. Muscat

Answer: (C)

Steen is the South African name for Chenin Blanc. In South Africa, this versatile white grape is known locally as Steen, so a wine labeled Steen is the same grape as Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley. The other options are distinct varieties and are not referred to as Steen in SA. Chenin Blanc (Steen) is widely planted there and can range from dry to sweet and even sparkling, which helps explain why that regional nickname appears on labels and in tastings.

Steen is the South African name for Chenin Blanc. In South Africa, this versatile white grape is known locally as Steen, so a wine labeled Steen is the same grape as Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley. The other options are distinct varieties and are not referred to as Steen in SA. Chenin Blanc (Steen) is widely planted there and can range from dry to sweet and even sparkling, which helps explain why that regional nickname appears on labels and in tastings.