Cartology
    Alheit Vineyards

    Cartology, 2022

    92/100
    Vinous
    Available Vintages
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    1. 2022

      75cl

      DP

      £35.65

    2. 2022

      6x75cl

      DP

      £213.94

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

    Cartology is a wine based on heritage vineyards from across the Western Cape, averaging 40-50 years old, on a real mix of soil types and expositions. Spontaneous fermentation with all the lees is carried out in a variety of vessels and formats, the final blend arriving at 92% Chenin Blanc and 8% Semillon. A ripe intermingling of citrus oils, tea, white honey and flowers, the 2022 is tactile, with a fine grip and long stony, herb-inflected finish. Sourcing areas include Skurfberg, Malmesbury, Paardeberg, Bottelary, Upper Blaauwklippen, False Bay and Tygerberg. The Sémillon comes from the La Colline vineyard in Franschhoek.

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    Critic Reviews

    92/100
    Neal Martin,
    Vinous
    The 2022 Cartology is whole bunch pressed with no sulfur added until mid-winter with five months in tank on the fine lees. It has a very pure bouquet with yellow plum, egg whites and candle wax. This unfolds beautifully in the glass. The palate is well-balanced with a lively opening, citrus-fresh with orange rind and lime. Alheit mentioned how difficult it was to obtain the acidity, but I think he achieved it here. Excellent, even if I don't consider it the best Cartology ever made.
    drinking window 2024 - 2035
    date of review 11/2023

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    Specifications

    Country:
    South Africa
    Appellation:
    Western Cape
    Grape Variety:
    Chenin Blanc
    abv:
    13%

    allergen information

    This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.