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2014 Old Vine Chenin Blanc
Varietal
100% Chenin Blanc
Region
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Vineyards
37 year old Chenin Blanc vineyard; situated o south and west facing slopes between 200 and 270m above sea level consisting of decomposed granite and loam soils.
Winemakers Notes: Christian Kuun
This exquisite barrel fermented Chenin Blanc that spent 6 months is small French oak barrels and received the traditional practice of battonage weekly. The subtle oak and crisp acid along with the zesty citrus, vibrant tropical fruit and sweet honey flavours lend superb complexity to this beautifully balanced wine.
Pairings
With an ageing potential of 3-5 years, if cellared correctly, this wine compliments a wide variety of fish, spicy and Mediterranean dishes but also drinks excellently on its own.
Accolades
2012 IWSC (London) – Silver
Analysis
Alc.12.5%, pH 3.19, RS 4.17g/l, TA 6.0 g/l
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