R395 - R600
2015 Naudé Old Vines Chenin Blanc (750ml) x 1 bottle - Provenance: Restaurant Mosaic Wine Cellar Collection
A man of integrity and great charm, winemaker Ian Naude eschews fashion and makes wines to express the grapes and their origins; as he refers to them 'wines with a story to tell'. 100% Chenin Blanc, this wine represents a blend of terroirs with the grapes coming from 35-50 year old vines in the Swartland and Durbanville. The 2015 harvest had the earliest start in decades. A warm, dry and windy summer kept vineyard growth under control and accelerated ripening by approximately two weeks. The dry weather resulted in the healthiest seasons in years. This led to good grape analyses with low PH, good acidity and sugar levels which form the foundation of high quality wines. Whole bunch pressed, the juice underwent natural fermentation in 3rd fill French oak barrels where it was kept on the lees. The wine spent a year in barrel and shows luxurious body along with a striking purity and strong line of acidity. With minimal interference and no additions barring some sulphites, this wine will age for 30+ years. Greg Sherwood, MW 94/100
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Room and Absentee Bids:| 1 to 10000: | 23% inc VAT* |
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| 1 to 10000: | 23% inc VAT* |
| 10001+: | 19.55% inc VAT* |
