Roodekrantz Old Vine Chenin Blanc 1983 2021
South Africa, Swartland
Chenin Blanc
High-priced
MB
Marius Burger (attending)
Managing Director, Roodekrantz Wines
Description
Apricot and pear enhanced by pleasant acacia blossom aromas on the nose. The palate is ample rounded and fruit driven and reveals faint well-integrated vanilla notes. An elegant finish for a good wine.
Awards
94 pts Winemag.co.za Rating
Alcohol
14.0%
Analytical data
dry
2.0 g/l residual sugar
5.96 g/l acidity
3.48 pH
Vineyard
Dryland, Bush Vines planted in decomposed granite soil. Mediterranean climate , slope relative flat.
Vinification
Vinification details Hand harvested at 24B, fermented in stainless steel with a selected yeast strain tank 4-5 months on the fine lees. Small percentage 1-barrel co blended from the barrel fermented batch.
Aromas
Aroma intensity: intense
Fruit: intense
Floral: restrained
Spice: minimal
Wood: minimal
Taste
Body: moderate
Bottling
GTIN: 6009672130958
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