Riebeeksrivier Chenin Blanc

Pair with mild seafood/shellfish, roast chicken or curries.

The Riebeeksrivier farm is situated on the slopes of the Kasteelberg, overlooking the Swartland towards iconic Table Mountain. Its unique terroir, especially the Rhône-like shale soils, expresses itself strongly in the wine with unique varietal characteristics. Two bush vine vineyards, planted in 1988 and 2013 on south facing slopes at elevations of 350 – 400m above sea level, yield fruit of great intensity and richness balanced by bright acidity and length. Higher rainfall saw the region recovering from the challenging drought period. Favourable climatic conditions during the growing season, with even flowering and fruit set resulted in higher yields and healthy canopies. The moderate ripening conditions delivered beautiful fruit with great flavour and balance.

The wine spent 12 months on the lees before being blended and bottled.

The grapes were picked at optimal ripeness and transported to the cellar in refrigerated trucks. Whole bunches were pressed and the juice settled overnight. Fermentation by indigenous and selected yeast occurred in both stainless steel tanks (52%) and French oak (10% new).

This is a range created in recognition of the Cape of Good Hope’s vinous heritage which stretches back more than 350 years when the first Governor of the Cape planted grapes. These unique wines are the result of irreplaceable parcels of old vines and site specific terroirs. The labels reflect the grape variety as well as the origin and singular characters behind them.