PAUL DE VILLIERS CHENIN BLANC 2018
R95.00 – R570.00
The wine displays a complex of flavours and aromas with citrus and peach being prominent, enhanced through fermentation and ageing in Frenck oak barrels.
Serve well chilled on its own or with rich creamy dishes, fish and seafood.
A limited release to be enjoyed now or over the next 3 years.
CELLARMASTER: Paul de Villiers
WINEMAKER: Fanie Geyser
ASSISTANT WINEMAKER: Kaylin Baxter
ORIGIN: Paarl
CULTIVAR: 100% Chenin Blanc
ANALYSIS: ALC.13.00% R.S. 1.50g/1 T.A. 6.10g/1 PH. 3.22
VINIFICATION: Grapes were harvested at 23°B and only free run juice used and light pressings were settled and racked to fermentation tanks. Fermentation initiated in tank and finished in French oak barrels. Regular lees stirring enhanced mouthfeel and complexity.
MATURATION: 10 months in new and 2nd fill French oak barrels.
BOTTLING DATE: 13 December 2018
ACCOLADES
Veritas 2019 – Bronze
Platter’s Wine Guide 2020 – 3 1/2 Stars
Platter’s Wine Guide 2021 – 3 1/2 Stars
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