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Chenin Blanc 2023

R220.00

  • Appellation – Franschhoek, Western Cape Province (South Africa)
  • Owner – Philippe Colin

The wine

Bottling date: 14th of November 2024
Alcohol: 12,6 %
pH: 3,77
Residual sugar: 1,82g/L

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Category: Product ID: 523

The estate

Surface area: 64 ha
Area in production: 17 ha
Density of plantation: 2500 vines /ha
Average age of vineyard: 24 years
Terroir: Sandy soil from quartz erosion

Vineyard management: IPW Certified, sustainable agriculture
Manual green work, mechanical soil work

The winery

Harvest date: February 22nd 2023
Production: 4 500 bottles
Yield: 20,5 hL / Ha
Grape variety: Chenin blanc 100%
Harvest: By hand in crate, sorting in the vineyard then on table
Vatting: French tradition, in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. Direct pressing at cold. MLF in barrel.
Ageing: 12 to 16 months in French oak barrels 500L

Tasting notes

Bright golden colour. Complex nose marked by quince, honey and a hint of anise. Fleshy and powerful mouth with light toasty notes to extend the finish.