Chenin Blanc Reserve

Spicy squid or an indulgent lobster thermidor!

Winter 2019 saw cool temperatures and good strong rains allowing the vines a chance to rest. Growing season was dominated by moderate temperatures and a slow ripening period. A generally cooler vintage has produced wines with exceptional elegance and poise!

Matured for 12 months in a mix of new and second fill French oak barrels. All the wine was stirred continually on the fine lees.

Hand selected bunches from an excellent vineyard in the Simonsberg/Paarl area which was planted in 1982. 100% from bush vines certified by the Old Vine Project. Harvested on two pickings on 12th and 15th February 2020. Berries cooled to 5ºC prior to “Champagne” crush cycle. Clarified juice transferred by gravity to barrels and tanks for fermentation. Wild yeast fermentation with 25% vinified.

Holden Manz is a family owned wine producer located in the heart of the beautiful Franschhoek Valley. Established by owners Gerard Holden & Migo Manz in 2010 the estate grows cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot and syrah and sources a selection of white varietals from specialist growers.