Description
Lush and expressive, this premium Chenin Blanc opens with vibrant aromas of pineapple, ripe pear, and juicy peach, framed by gentle hints of spicy oak. The palate is rich and mouth-filling, offering layers of stone fruit and a graceful thread of minerality. A lingering finish reveals notes of dried apricot, white flowers, and warm spice, delivering depth and refinement. Crafted with precision, this Coastal Region Chenin is perfect for seafood, creamy pastas, or slow Sunday sipping.
Ratings/Accolades:
(2023) John Platter: 4 Stars
(2023) Tim Atkin: 90 Points
Ratings/Accolades:
(2023) John Platter: 4 Stars
(2023) Tim Atkin: 90 Points
Handpicked in the cool morning from old bush vines in Paarl (planted in 1974) and Franschhoek, our Chenin was whole-bunch pressed, settled for 2 days, and fermented naturally in 500L French oak barrels—30% new, 70% seasoned. Aged on the lees for 10 months, this gentle approach preserves the vineyard’s character while building elegant texture and layered complexity.
Winemaker: Mari Kotzé
Winemaker: Mari Kotzé
Rickety Bridge Wine Estate is undoubtedly one of the most progressive wineries in the Cape. The historic winemaking cellar was recently renovated and converted into a barrel fermentation center, the new winery was built, and modern cooling equipment was installed. The newly built wine-tasting center is the perfect place to sample 200 years of winemaking tradition: Taste these delightful Franschhoek wines in comfort, al fresco in summer on the winery veranda, or relaxing in front of the fire in winter. The pleasures of these outstanding South African wines extend beyond the bottle.
* Prior vintage described.
