Description
Hand selected Chenin Blanc – primarily from low yielding, old bush vines (planted in 1974). Harvested at full maturity. Natural wild yeast fermentation in new French oak 400L barrels. Due to repetitive harvesting some botrytis is always present. Maturation on the lees – total of 12 months in the barrel. The pinnacle of what we consider to be the finest expression of the grapes of this varietal – an icon chenin, a challenge to the world! Rich, layered with dried apricot, vanilla and honey. Will gain additional complexity with cellaring.
Certifications
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
semi-dry
Vineyard
Our vineyards are based in the maritime region of Stellenbosch, within 7km of the cold Atlantic Ocean. Typically hot, dry summers and long, wet winters. This special location in the shadow of the Helderberg, along the beautiful coastal edge of Stellenbosch is where the climate mimics the Mediterranean and Southern Rhone climate.
Vinification
Natural wild yeast fermentation in new French oak 400L barrels. Due to repetitive harvesting some botrytis is always present. Maturation on the lees – total of 12 months in the barrel.
Maturation
Maturation on the lees – total of 12 months in the barrel.