White, 2022

Rall’s flagship wine, the White 2022 is comprised of 72% Chenin, 28% Verdelho and 2% Viognier, increasing the base of high acidity, reflecting Rall’s continued pursuit of precise, ageworthy whites. In the early days it was about texture and richness, since 2017 Donovan has stripped back the blend to great acclaim. All the components are aged separately, all in wood bar one concrete egg. No new oak is used. The 2022 was on the whole early picked and arrives at a refreshing 12.5% alcohol. Notes of citrus, elderflower, flint and stones, with fine earth, essential oils and salted nuts, there is a lot going on here. Donovan regards it as one of the best he has ever made.