Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Region Western Cape
Soil Glenrosa and red slate
Orientation South-West
Harvest Dates 20 February-16 March 2024
Brix at Harvest 23.5°
Grape Clone SN24, 220 on Richter 99
Vine Age 19 years
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Concrete Egg
Pressing Method Whole Bunch Pressed
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 10 months
Oak Details 12% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak12%
Second Fill Oak12%
Third Fill Oak12%
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 400L French oak barrels
Oak Toast Level Medium
Production Details Grapes were hand-harvested in the early morning at 23.5 degrees Balling, then whole-bunch pressed and the juice was allowed to settle for a day before being transferred into 400L French oak barrels and a concrete egg. Natural fermentation took place over 40-60 days with strict temperature control. Once completed, the wine matured for 10 months with monthly batonnage of the lees. No malolactic fermentation took place. The wine was matured in tight-grain barrels with a medium toast: 12% first fill, 12% second fill, 12% third fill, 56% older oak and 8% concrete egg.
Critics Ratings Platter's SA Wine Guide 2026: 4.5 stars (93 points)
Platter's SA Wine Guide 20264.5 stars (93 points)
International Wine & Spirits Competition 2025Wine Trophy (95 points)
The Trophy Wine Show 2025Silver (93 points)
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Dwarsrivier Farm, Citrusdal, 7340, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)27 482 2827
Email
Owner
Nieuwoudt Family (David Nieuwoudt, Emma Nieuwoudt)
Cellarmaster
David Nieuwoudt