Waterkloof, Chenin Blanc 2021

Waterkloof, Chenin Blanc 2021

Price
€29

Waterkloof, Chenin Blanc 2021

Chenin Blanc. Beautifully complex, gastronomic, and with ageing potential. Lovely yellow fruit and a touch of fennel. Pure and crisp.

In recent years, Waterkloof has developed into a regenerative and exceptionally sustainable winery. This Chenin Blanc takes full advantage of this. It offers a complex nose of quince, white peach, and yellow apple. Along with a touch of fennel, it adds depth and a minerally taut finish. It lingers long with hints of ripe apricot and honey. Pure, too! Yes, quality is paramount here! Honesty is the best policy, after all! Some lovely pairings include shrimp salad with avocado and a light, lemony dressing. It also pairs well with fresh mussels in a slightly spicy, perhaps Thai-inspired, creamy sauce.
Properties

Type - White

Grape - Chenin Blanc

Year - 2021

Producer - Waterkloof

Origin - Stellenbosch, South Africa

Method - Organic, biodynamic

Alcohol percentage - 14%

Serving temperature - 10 to 12 degrees

Vegan - Yes

Winemaker

In 1993, owner Paul Boutinot began his search for a vineyard with a clear terroir signature. The Côte d'Or, Chablis, Paulliac, and Barolo were out of the question due to their price. So he had to find a new classic. It took ten years to narrow the search down to a small area on the cool, southern slopes of Schapenberg, overlooking False Bay in the Cape. Waterkloof was born, and the hard work began. The first harvest as Waterkloof wasn't until 2005.

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