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Blend: 47% Chenin Blanc, 13% Sémillon, 11% Clairette Blanche, 10% Viognier, 8... Blend: 47% Chenin Blanc, 13% Sémillon, 11% Clairette Blanche, 10% Viognier, 8% Marsanne, 6% Roussanne, 3% Verdelho, 2% Grenache Blanc more

The Royal Old Vines Steen Chenin Blanc borrows its name from a grand old hotel... The Royal Old Vines Steen Chenin Blanc borrows its name from a grand old hotel in Riebeek Kasteel. It is the oldest hotel in the Western Cape; a beloved fixture of the area. As the unofficial drink of the Riebeek Valley, Chenin Blanc is the perfect... more

This wine is almost entirely barrel fermented, with a small portion being aged... This wine is almost entirely barrel fermented, with a small portion being aged in concrete egg to add richness. We handled the wine as carefully and naturally as possible, giving it only a light fining and then bottling with minimal filtration. It is... more

As usual, the wine is bright and bristling, but still restrained. It usually t... As usual, the wine is bright and bristling, but still restrained. It usually takes a few years to show its full potential Now, its youthful nose shows thatch, fynbos, and some citrus. The tightly layered pallet is slightly saline and quite pithy. There... more

Pale lemon straw color with a clean nose of unexpected linear purity of fruit.... Pale lemon straw color with a clean nose of unexpected linear purity of fruit. The winemakers smell white peach, pineapple, apple and pear notes, rounded off with a touch of chalkiness, earthy stone minerality. On the palate the layered complexity of... more

This Chenin has a nose of green and yellow citrus, stone fruit and hint of fli... This Chenin has a nose of green and yellow citrus, stone fruit and hint of flint. The palate has a full mouthfeel, typical of the Swartland, and this is balanced by a vibrant acidity and some pithy character. The finish is fresh and minerally. Pairs... more

This Chenin Blanc is crisp and fruity with flavors of green guava and pear, hi... This Chenin Blanc is crisp and fruity with flavors of green guava and pear, hints of litchi on the nose and a well-balanced palate. Delicious on its own or with fresh fillet of fish. A perfumed nose of peaches, grapefruit and jasmine. Medium-bodied... more

The 2022 Rustenberg Chenin Blanc shows aromas of pineapple and yellow pear fol... The 2022 Rustenberg Chenin Blanc shows aromas of pineapple and yellow pear follow through to a crisp, textured palate complemented by characters of citrus. Blend: 100% Chenin Blanc more

Ripe apple and hints of peach on the nose and the palate. Subtle chalky notes ... Ripe apple and hints of peach on the nose and the palate. Subtle chalky notes add interest and complexity. The palate is juicy and will become richer in time. Typical Chenin acidity lingers on the finish. more

This is a fresh white wine made for family and friends. It's a wine for any oc... This is a fresh white wine made for family and friends. It's a wine for any occasion and drinks well with or without food. more

This wine displays classical Chenin Blanc aromatics of straw, lanolin and brui... This wine displays classical Chenin Blanc aromatics of straw, lanolin and bruised peach, accompanied by a beautifully refined minerality. On the palate one can expect vibrant acidity and a chalky mouth feel, making this wine extremely versatile when it... more

The objective of the Simonskop Chenin Blanc is to accurately and faithfully pr... The objective of the Simonskop Chenin Blanc is to accurately and faithfully preserve the fresh, naturalistic, and happy presence of this single vineyard into the bottle. more

This is a traditional-method bottle-fermented sparkling wine. The wine is ligh... This is a traditional-method bottle-fermented sparkling wine. The wine is light-yellow, with a green tinge. A vibrant style with typical Chenin Blanc aromas of stone-fruit, pear and Granny Smith apple. Fresh quince and lively lime drops on the palate.... more

As the unofficial drink of the Riebeek Valley, Chenin Blanc is the perfect eve... As the unofficial drink of the Riebeek Valley, Chenin Blanc is the perfect every day wine that offers uncomplicated quality for the novice and connoisseur alike. Packed with upfront melon fruit, the nose charms with an abundance of guava and... more

This vibrant Chenin Blanc displays a brilliant clear colour with a green tinge... This vibrant Chenin Blanc displays a brilliant clear colour with a green tinge. A burst of tropical fruit aromas ranging from melon, passion fruit and pear to fresh lime. A well-structured palate with layers of citrus and tropical fruits. Refreshing... more

The grapes Terre Brûlée Le Blanc are 100% Chenin Blanc and sourced from bloc... The grapes Terre Brûlée Le Blanc are 100% Chenin Blanc and sourced from blocks in the Swartland region which are predominantly shale and granite soils. Swartland is an area that is gaining acclaim, located about an hour north of Cape Town with... more

Vibrant and abundant fruit, interlaced with sweet vanilla and cinnamon notes. ... Vibrant and abundant fruit, interlaced with sweet vanilla and cinnamon notes. The total blend comprises of a 33% larger format barrel and foudré component and this has always added an extra layer of complexity to the Steen. On the palate this is... more

The wine displays a brilliant pale straw color. The nose is underscored by del... The wine displays a brilliant pale straw color. The nose is underscored by delicate white floral aromas and white peach, pithy citrus notes and yellow fruits. The wine enters the palate clean and fresh bursting with flavours of citrus and stone fruits.... more

Badenhorst feels that Chenin Blanc is best suited to be the heart of the wine ... Badenhorst feels that Chenin Blanc is best suited to be the heart of the wine and that is why it forms the biggest portion of the co-fermentation for this wine. The aromas are very complex and change considerably in the glass. Perfume, spice, tea,... more

Made from old-vines ranging between 38 and 45 years old, the wine has a light ... Made from old-vines ranging between 38 and 45 years old, the wine has a light straw colour with a golden hue, showing notes of white peach, citrus and pineapple on the nose. The mouthfeel is rich and ripe and is coupled with a vibrant acidity. Tying... more