The 1947 Chenin Blanc 2015

Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

'The 2015 "1947" Chenin Blanc has a light dried pineapple and citrus nose with scents of apricot and quince developing in the glass. The palate is fresh on the entry with a slightly waxy texture, the acidity nicely judged and armed with an appealing lightly honeyed, quince-tinged finish.' - Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, 90/100 (Apr 2017)

'From SA's 2nd oldest chenin vineyard; bunch-pressed, fermented/year in oak, half new. 2015 similar styling to 2014 (5 stars, 97 pts), perfect fruit/oak balance, a rich almond shading to quince & kumquat intensity. Youthful, fresh & lithe, with a great future.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2017, 4.5*

'Direct and clean aromas of Anjou pear, apple flesh, hay, citrus zest, lime leaf and wet stone greet you on the nose of this attractive old-vine Chenin Blanc. The palate boasts a pleasant weight and richness, but with lifting acidity and bright, citrusy flavors for balance. Notes of fresh hay and soft toast unfold on the finish. It's a joy to drink now, but this harmonious and well-balanced wine.' - Lauren Buzzeo, Wine Enthusiast, 93/100 (Sep 2016)

'The nose is extraordinarily complex: Pear, citrus, white peach, even a little pineapple, flowers, dried herbs, spice and a touch of vanilla. The palate, meanwhile, possesses tremendous presence, its breadth and depth something to marvel at. A great old vineyard vinified with aplomb - production amounting to just 900 bottles, a selection made from French and Hungarian oak barrels of various sizes, some 30% new. Just three vintages in, this is now firmly established as one of South Africa's finest examples.' - Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 95/100 (Jun 2016)

'A nose reminiscent of chalk and cedar trees on this rich full-bodied wine. There is a sense of pithy white pepper and green apple richness. A big, rich, structured mouthful with admirable restraint.' - Decanter.com, 93/100

'Direct and clean aromas of Anjou pear, apple flesh, hay, citrus zest, lime leaf and wet stone greet you on the nose of this attractive old-vine Chenin Blanc. The palate boasts a pleasant weight and richness, but with lifting acidity and bright, citrusy flavors for balance. Notes of fresh hay and soft toast unfold on the finish. It's a joy to drink now, but this harmonious and well-balanced wine will age well through 2022.' - Lauren Buzzeo, Wine Enthusiast, 93/100 (Sep 2016)