2020 Kaapzicht The 1947 Chenin Blanc
Secondary Description
Intense citrus, melon and raw honey aromas, with orange blossom, ripe apple and beeswax, leads on to a rich, structured plate laden with ripe peach, pineapple and buttered sweetcorn, balanced by fresh red apple acidity which lifts the palate on to a long, complex finish. A unique, distinctive wine of exceptional pedigree and significant potential. (JH 22/09/2021)
Producer
Origin
Stellenbosch, South Africa, SOUTH AFRICA
Colour
white
Wine Style
dry
Dominant Grape
Chenin Blanc
Closure Style
cork
Maturity
ready
Bottle size
75cl
Case Quantity
6
Alcohol
13.5%
Score
92 points, Christian Eedes, decanter.com, Feb 2021
96 points, Tim Atkin MW, timatkin.com, 2021 report
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Media Reviews
Christian Eedes
Winemaker Danie Jnr’s great grandfather planted these bush vines in 1947, making it the second-oldest Chenin block in the country. The nose shows honeysuckle, apple and peach, then there`s pure, sweet fruit on the palate, offset by bright acidity. 92 points
Tim Atkin MW
Tropical, exotic and richly flavoured it may be, but this stunning old-vine Chenin Blanc is beautifully poised and balanced with incredible focus and palate length. Dense, nuanced and finely oaked, it has honey, nectarine and apple pie flavours, zesty acidity and delightful minerality and length. Drink 2022-28. 96 points