Producer: Ken Forrester
Type: White
Designation: Petit
Variety: 100% Chenin Blanc
Vintage: 2008
Country: South Africa
Region: Coastal Region
Sub-Region: Stellenbosch
Appellation: Stellenbosch
Cost: $10 - 12 range
Background:
The historical town of Stellenbosch boasts a winemaking tradition which stretches back to the end of the 17th-century.
The mountainous terrain, good rainfall, deep well-drained soils and diversity of terroirs make this a sought-after viticultural area. The rapidly increasing number of wine estates includes some of the most famous names in Cape wine. The district, with its mix of historic estates and contemporary wineries, produces excellent examples of almost all the noble grape varieties.
The intensively farmed Stellenbosch district has been divided up into several smaller viticultural pockets including Jonkershoek Valley, Papegaaiberg, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch, Bottelary, Devon Valley and Banghoek (copy credit: cellar trackers).
The mountainous terrain, good rainfall, deep well-drained soils and diversity of terroirs make this a sought-after viticultural area. The rapidly increasing number of wine estates includes some of the most famous names in Cape wine. The district, with its mix of historic estates and contemporary wineries, produces excellent examples of almost all the noble grape varieties.
The intensively farmed Stellenbosch district has been divided up into several smaller viticultural pockets including Jonkershoek Valley, Papegaaiberg, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch, Bottelary, Devon Valley and Banghoek (copy credit: cellar trackers).
Tasting Notes:
Initial Impressions:
A beautiful white, this Chenin relishes in a pale golden color with a few bubbles lining the bottom of the glass. The legs are short and stubby but numerous and extremely even. The nose is presented with a Grannysmith, lemon-lime, and a nice floral bouquet. Somewhat viscous on the glass wall, the overall impression leaves you knowing that this is a well constructed bit of juice.
A beautiful white, this Chenin relishes in a pale golden color with a few bubbles lining the bottom of the glass. The legs are short and stubby but numerous and extremely even. The nose is presented with a Grannysmith, lemon-lime, and a nice floral bouquet. Somewhat viscous on the glass wall, the overall impression leaves you knowing that this is a well constructed bit of juice.
Palette:
Spring, here we come! This is another white that demands a warm day and blue skies. Acidic yet balances nicely with green apple/citrus as well as hints of graphite and mineral. Incredible So. African for $10 (local). Very soft in texture and has a surprising amount of umph to it (13% alcohol). When in a pinch and need a non-red wine, this is highly recommended not only for the quality of wine itself but for the price. Hard to beat for $10. I rate this little known about gem at 91.
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