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Chenin Blanc, Swartland
David & Nadia

Chenin Blanc, Swartland, 2022

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justerini & brooks tasting note

The main Chenin Blanc is formed from eight vineyards, planted from 1968 to 1986. The wine is based on granite soils from the Paardeberg, blended with shale/schist from the east, clay rich soils from the north and iron rich soils from the western parts of the region. The grapes were whole bunch pressed, naturally fermented and matured for 11 months in neutral 300L French oak barrels. 15-20% of the blend went in to concrete. Sophisticated, limey fruits with a touch of stylish reduction and aromatic herb, then yellow fruits and a plush palate. A more up-front style than the 2021, that delicious fleshiness is cut through with acidity and some phenolic grip on the finish, pointing to a lot of underlying potential here. Old Vine Project certified.

critic reviews

92/100Anthony Mueller,Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2022 Chenin Blanc comes from a blend of eight single vineyards, four of which are bottled as single-vineyard Chenin Blanc. It displays a refined nose with notions of apple and citrus blossom and white peach and wax melon. Medium-bodied and with a fine mineral tension, the palate displays a kiss of phenolic bitterness before revealing layers of complexity. It ends with a refined, fresh, ethereal finish. Enjoy with food.

DRINKING WINDOW 2023 - 2035
date of review 12/2023
91/100Neal Martin,Vinous

The 2022 Chenin Blanc comes from 8 vineyards in granite soils, plantings from 1968 to 1986, matured 20% in concrete and the remainder in neutral oak. Lemon thyme, orange zest and light waxy scents blossom on the nose - quite intense and well-delineated, almost feisty in style. The palate is taut and fresh, more saline than the Aristargos, with a linear, slightly more malic finish than usual. Plenty of freshness, but I would cellar this for 3-5 years before broaching. Very fine.

DRINKING WINDOW 2026 - 2040
date of review 11/2023

product details

Country:
South Africa
Region:
Swartland
Appellation:
Producer:
David & Nadia
Grape Variety:
abv:
12.5%