Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Region Piekenierskloof
Vine Age old vines
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Oak Types French
Used Oak Only Yes
Production Details 100% Chenin Blanc from old vines. The grapes are picked early and left to air dry for 2 weeks. The dried bunches are then pressed and fermented in old French oak barrels for up to 6 months. Tierhoek describes the wine as having great potential for ageing.
Tasting Notes
Nose: dried apricot, honey
Palate: unctuous, sweetness, concentrated acidity, balanced, long finish
Critics Ratings Platter's: 4.5 stars
Platter's4.5 stars
Neil Martin91
Individual Vintages
Producer Information
Website
Address
Piekenierskloof Mountain, 760m, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 674 3041
Email
Owner
Tony and Shelley Sandell
Cellarmaster
Ryno Kellerman