Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard
Chenin Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc
Colombard
Region Bot River
Vine Age Old vines planted in 1974, 1983, and 1988
Oak Aging 11 months
Production Details The official Beaumont Platter's 2024 post says the 2022 blend changed, still led by Chenin Blanc with Sauvignon Blanc and Colombard and no Semillon. It spent 11 months in seasoned oak, with the fruit holding centre stage.
Tasting Notes
Nose: lemon, lime, thatch, quince
Palate: taut, intense, mouth wateringly zesty
Critics Ratings Platter's: 96 pts
Platter's96 pts
Producer Information
Website
Address
Compagnes Drift Farm, Bot River, P.O. Box 3, 7185, South Africa
Phone
+27 28 284 9194
Email
Owner
Sebastian and Nici Beaumont
Cellarmaster
Sebastian Beaumont